Overview
- England secured a record-breaking 68-14 victory over Wales in Cardiff, scoring 10 tries in their final Six Nations match of the season.
- Despite the emphatic win, England finished as runners-up in the tournament, with France claiming the title after defeating Scotland 35-16.
- Maro Itoje, England's captain, opened the scoring and received praise from coach Steve Borthwick, who endorsed him as a strong candidate for the British and Irish Lions captaincy.
- Several England players, including flanker Ben Curry and debutant Henry Pollock, impressed with standout performances, boosting their chances of selection for the Lions tour to Australia this summer.
- Steve Borthwick highlighted the growth and resilience of England's young team, which rebounded from a challenging 2024 season to win four of their five Six Nations matches.