Steve Borthwick's England Rugby Team Embraces Renewal and Tactical Evolution

The head coach blends fresh talent, experienced players, and club synergies to refine England’s attack ahead of Italy clash.

Steve Borthwick has introduced 15 new players to Test rugby during his tenure, while reintegrating others previously sidelined under Eddie Jones.
Fraser Dingwall, described as a 'glue player,' returns to the starting XV, forming a cohesive midfield with Northampton teammates Fin Smith and Alex Mitchell.
Elliot Daly is set to start at full-back for the first time since 2020, replacing Marcus Smith, as England seeks to balance experience and width in their backline.
The team’s attack strategy emphasizes fluidity, offloading, and athleticism, with a focus on leveraging natural club synergies for faster, instinctive playmaking.
England’s rebuilding process includes addressing development challenges, such as limited pathways and player exodus, while fostering alignment across senior and age-grade squads.