Ford-Farrell experiment returns for England as Rugby World Cup knockouts loom Steve Borthwick starts both his playmakers at 10 and 12 for the final group game against Samoa The Independent UK · Oct 5, 2023
Rugby World Cup: Jonny May hails England’s ‘frightening’ Marcus Smith in full-back role Gloucester wing May once held the crown as Red Rose’s quickest player - but Henry Arundell and Smith have since emerged Evening Standard · Sep 27, 2023
Jonny May says Marcus Smith ‘probably the fastest off the mark’ in England squad Smith conjured a dazzling solo touch down as part of an individual two-try haul against Chile. The Independent UK · Sep 27, 2023
Flat-packing and patisserie runs: how England switch off from World Cup Most of England’s squad have taken the opportunity to disperse across France with the pool leaders not in action at the Rugby World Cup this weekend The Guardian - UK · Sep 26, 2023
Jonny May insists ‘X-factor’ Henry Arundell must show patience and adaptability Arundell amassed five tries in Saturday’s 71-0 demolition of Chile to equal the record for the number scored in a single match by an Englishman. The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2023
‘They’re dangerous’: May warns England must stay sharp to avoid Japan upset Jonny May says the fear of failure will motivate him as England seek their second victory of the World Cup against Japan The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2023
Jonny May driven by fear ahead of Japan clash as England urged to avoid returning to ‘zero’ after opening win The 33-year-old knows defeat to Japan would see the positive mood swiftly slip away Evening Standard · Sep 16, 2023
England inspired by tennis world in bid to serve up Rugby World Cup win over Japan Steve Borthwick’s side are based at Patrick Mouratoglou’s tennis academy ahead of their latest Pool D clash Evening Standard · Sep 16, 2023
‘We’re definitely going to score some tries’: Daly has faith in England attack Elliot Daly believes England will build, starting against Japan, on the steely defence and kicking that saw off Argentina The Guardian - UK · Sep 14, 2023
England 27-10 Argentina: player ratings from the Rugby World Cup George Ford, Jamie George and Ben Earl were exceptional as England began their Rugby World Cup with a bang The Guardian - UK · Sep 9, 2023
England 27-10 Argentina: Rugby World Cup 2023 – as it happened George Ford scored all of England’s points in a match they dominated despite Tom Curry’s early red card for a high tackle The Guardian - UK · Sep 9, 2023
Alex Mitchell selection hints at England’s need for speed against Argentina The scrum half and Jonny May are surprise inclusions in England’s first starting team of the World Cup having been left out of Steve Borthwick’s initial 33-man squad The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Mitchell and May to start as England go ‘all guns blazing’ for Argentina opener Steve Borthwick has named Alex Mitchell and Jonny May – two players who were omitted from his initial World Cup squad – to start against Argentina The Guardian - UK · Sep 7, 2023
England Rugby World Cup 2023 squad guide: Lawrence Dallaglio’s verdict on every player Steve Borthwick faces an incredible learning curve but his side might just surprise in France, says 2003 champion Evening Standard · Sep 7, 2023
Evening Standard · Sep 7, 2023 Rugby World Cup: Steely-eyed Steve Borthwick not afraid to let mask slip with England Head coach will back his men to the hilt but always lets them know who is boss
Evening Standard · Sep 7, 2023 England select Alex Mitchell and Jonny May for Rugby World Cup opener against Argentina Tom Curry is also fit to start against Argentina in the crucial Pool D clash in Marseille, while veteran prop Dan Cole gets the nod in a team captained by Courtney Lawes
The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2023 Steve Borthwick springs scrum half surprise for England’s World Cup opener against Argentina Alex Mitchell starts at nine, while Jonny May is also an unexpected starter on the wing
Evening Standard · Sep 6, 2023 Agustin Creevy interview: England be warned - Argentina are up their with the very best Exclusive interview with Standard Sport
The Guardian - UK · Sep 6, 2023 Jonny May ready for second England chance after his ‘monkey’ comes out Initially told by Steve Borthwick that he was going to miss out on England’s 33-man squad, the winger is now back in the fold
Evening Standard · Sep 5, 2023 Jonny May reveals anger at Steve Borthwick after initially missing out on England’s Rugby World Cup squad May wanted to leave the England camp but stayed and ultimately replaced Anthony Watson in the World Cup squad
The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2023 Jonny May confronted Steve Borthwick after initial omission from England squad The Gloucester wing was eventually offered his ticket over The Channel when Anthony Watson was ruled out of the tournament by a calf injury.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 27, 2023 Borthwick stands by England strugglers and adds May to World Cup squad Steve Borthwick has decided to stick by his England flops for the forthcoming World Cup in France after a desperate warm-up campaign
The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2023 England confirm Jonny May as Anthony Watson’s replacement in World Cup squad Watson has been ruled out of the tournament by a calf injury.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 26, 2023 Shambolic England face early World Cup exit without drastic action Steve Borthwick’s side played with the weight of the world on their shoulders in their first defeat at the hands of Fiji
The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2023 England slump to defeat against Fiji as dismal Rugby World Cup build-up continues England 22-30 Fiji: Simione Kuruvoli delivered the decisive blow to wrap up a historic victory at Twickenham as the hosts faltered again