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Borthwick names England squad for upcoming November Tests

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 12:14 PM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Borthwick names England squad for upcoming November Tests
Summary

Steve Borthwick has announced a 36-man training squad for England ahead of their matches against Australia on November 8, Japan on November 14, and New Zealand on November 21. The squad features recalls for Joe Marchant and Will Joseph, while Archie McParland and Kepu Tuipulotu could make their debuts. Borthwick faces selection challenges with injuries affecting key players like Seb Atkinson and Benhard Janse van Rensburg. The team has only won three of their last eight matches, adding pressure as they approach the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia next October.

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By the Numbers
  • •Borthwick announces 36-man squad ahead of November fixtures.
  • •England faces Australia, Japan, and New Zealand in November.
  • •Injury issues affect key players' availability for selection.
  • •Marchant and Joseph rewarded for strong performances; McParland and Tuipulotu included for depth.
  • •England has won three of their last eight matches.
Latest Updates
  • 12:14 PMYahoo Sports — Borthwick's autumn questions as World Cup looms
  • 12:14 PMBBC Sport — Borthwick's autumn questions as World Cup looms
What they're saying
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The upcoming Nations Championship matches present a selection dilemma for Steve Borthwick's England with just nine matches to go until the World Cup.

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The upcoming Nations Championship matches present a selection dilemma for Steve Borthwick's England with just nine matches to go until the World Cup.

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