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‘It’s not about punishing’: Five key issues for English rugby to resolve after the Six Nations
Steve Borthwick will be reprieved by the RFU’s review but there are other factors at play from the makeup of his backroom team to the conveyor belt of talent
TL;DR
- Steve Borthwick is expected to remain England coach following the RFU's review, which aims to support improvements rather than punish.
- The review will gather feedback from players and staff to understand the reasons behind England's fifth-place finish in the Six Nations.
- Questions are being raised about the composition and effectiveness of the coaching team, with suggestions of too many opinions within the staff.
- Player selection consistency and tactical approaches, such as a shift from pragmatic kicking to more ambitious attacking play, are being examined.
- The development of young talent and the gap between the Premiership and Championship leagues are highlighted as crucial factors for England's future success.