Borthwick discusses England's preparation for Australia Test
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 6:06 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
England head coach Steve Borthwick comments on the challenges of preparing for the Test against Australia, scheduled for November 8 at Allianz Stadium in Twickenham. Borthwick notes his squad has undergone a three-day training camp before returning to club commitments. Unlike England, who face constraints due to the ongoing Premiership season, Australia has had ample preparation time, having played 10 Tests since July. Borthwick aims to enhance the squad's adaptation to international play, particularly at the breakdown, which he views as a critical challenge ahead of the encounter.
- •England plays Australia on November 8 in Twickenham.
- •Borthwick highlights limited preparation time for his squad.
- •England's players have had less training due to club commitments.
- •Australia has played 10 Tests since July for better match fitness.
- •Borthwick emphasizes the need to adapt to international rugby standards.
- 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — Prep time for Wallabies a challenge - Borthwick
- 6:05 PMBBC Sport — Prep time for Wallabies a challenge - Borthwick
"England head coach Steve Borthwick says his players have tried to make most of limited preparation time for their Test against a comparatively battle-hardened Australia.
"England head coach Steve Borthwick says his players have tried to make most of limited preparation time for their Test against a comparatively battle-hardened Australia.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 27, 2026, 6:06 PMPrep time for Wallabies a challenge - Borthwick
England head coach Steve Borthwick says his players have tried to make most of limited preparation time for their Test against a comparatively battle-hardened Australia.
- BBC SportOct 27, 2026, 6:05 PMPrep time for Wallabies a challenge - Borthwick
England head coach Steve Borthwick says his players have tried to make most of limited preparation time for their Test against a comparatively battle-hardened Australia.
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