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How Twickenham learned to love the bomb and Borthwick

How Twickenham learned to love the bomb and Borthwick

Summary

England's rugby team defeated New Zealand 33-19 at Twickenham. Key players like George Ford helped by using strategic kicks that caused disruptions in New Zealand's defense. Coach Steve Borthwick's tactics, involving a lot of kicking, have proven effective in big matches.

Key Facts

  • England won 33-19 against New Zealand in a rugby match.
  • George Ford scored 13 points and used strategic kicking to disrupt New Zealand's defense.
  • England's coach, Steve Borthwick, uses a kick-heavy strategy developed from his previous success with Leicester.
  • England kicked the ball 35 times, more than New Zealand's 29 kicks.
  • Recent changes in the game laws have made aerial battles more competitive.
  • England players like Tom Roebuck, Freddie Steward, and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso excelled in retrieving kicked balls.
  • Ben Earl made significant progress during the game despite spending time in the sin-bin.
  • The depth of the England team, developed in Argentina, has increased competition and player effectiveness.
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