Steve Borthwick considers England Rugby World Cup squad for Australia

With one year until the Rugby World Cup, England's coach Steve Borthwick evaluates potential squad members. Following a mixed Six Nations, the team aims to harness an extended preparation period. Specific positions are in focus, including hookers and props, as Borthwick narrows down his core group influenced by 25 enhanced EPS contracts. England is set to face Tonga, Zimbabwe, and Wales in the pool stage. Several players will need to perform well in the upcoming months to secure their spots.

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