Rugby Union Weekly Can England avoid their worst-ever Six Nations?
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Mar 11, 2026 Ollie Chessum, England international forward who shifted from lock to six and fought to regain his place. Steve Borthwick, England head coach offering tactical reflection and team mindset updates. They discuss selection dilemmas, the burden of the shirt, tactical tweaks, discipline and whether England can restore confidence and finish the Six Nations strongly in Paris.
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Problems Are More Mindset Than Personnel
- England's problems look more mindset than personnel based on selection stability and recent displays.
- Chris Ashton and Danny Care argue one change doesn't fix inhibited accuracy, belief and bravery issues that cost matches.
Playing Not To Lose Backfired In Italy
- Playing not to lose in Italy backfired because modern Italy now punishes conservative gameplans.
- Chris Ashton highlights Italy's improved pack, accurate 9/10 kicking and dangerous centres as reasons England must attack.
Borthwick Prioritises Incisiveness Over Overhaul
- Steve Borthwick says the core issue is converting opportunities rather than a wholesale tactical overhaul.
- He wants improved incisiveness in attack and believes small adjustments, not a new system, are needed.