England kept fading in the final 20 minutes last year, and Borthwick complained in the autumn the players did not have the necessary conditioning. But now, mid-season, he has changed his tune. “It was ...

Marcus Smith poses with Fin Smith and Ollie Lawrence after England’s win over France (Photo: Getty) They can’t both be the fly-half, but could they play together? Not on this evidence.

Marcus Smith (L) poses with Fin Smith (C) and Ollie Lawrence (R) after England’s win over France (Photo: Getty) They can’t both be the fly-half, but could they play together? Not on this evidence.

Marcus Smith and Fin ... to make it a straight shoot-out for the 10 and 15 starting positions, and I think he should, it is going to be hard on the players who miss out,” Moore added. “That, I am ...

Marcus Smith had mixed success with the high ball against Ireland (Photo: Reuters) But Borthwick is expecting France to use a very different kicking game to the Irish – probably hammering cross ...

Marcus Smith endured a difficult day from the tee (Photo: Getty) Can we all show some restraint and not rush to gleefully condemn a mixed performance? One rugby commentator couldn’t wait to use ...

Smith’s heart is not at full-back, and with Fin Smith set to play No 10 against France it could be the change that dictates Steve Borthwick’s future Marcus Smith could play at No 15 in the Six ...

Marcus Smith of England after the Guinness Six Nations 2025 match between England and France at Allianz Stadium on February 08, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney ... News, stats, live ...