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England's Borthwick backed regardless of results

Rugby Football Union (RFU) chief executive Bill Sweeney has thrown his backing behind England head coach Steve Borthwick 12 months out from the Rugby World Cup.

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What we think we know as Nations Championship returns: France in the final, England no match for All Blacks or South Africa

Ahead of the Nations Championship's return, ESPN's Tom Hamilton breaks down what he thinks has already been settled as we prepare to savour part two.

Lapsed fan's guide to rugby's Nations Championship: What awaits England, South Africa and Co.

Everything you need to know about the second half of the 2026 Nations Championship for the rugby fan who has needs a timely refresher.

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What is the Nations Championship? Explaining rugby's new competition, fixtures, format, how to watch in UK

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Beale has 'unfinished business' 17 years after Wallabies debut

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