England’s Attacking Revolution: Borthwick Embraces the Smith Brothers
As England’s national team gears up for a summer packed with high-profile matches, head coach Steve Borthwick expressed his enthusiasm for the dynamic duo of Marcus and Fin Smith leading the charge. Borthwick’s recent comments suggest a renewed focus on an attacking, fast-paced style of play that has impressed England supporters.
The English squad for the upcoming summer tour has a fresh feel, with six uncapped players joining the fold, including the Gallagher Premiership’s top try-scorer, Northampton’s Ollie Sleightholme. Borthwick hinted at the possibility of deploying both Fin Smith and Marcus Smith on the field simultaneously, highlighting the versatility and playmaking abilities of the two young fly-halves.
“Fin Smith has emerged as a breakthrough talent this season, and we are confident in his ability to seize the opportunity and lead England’s new era.”
- Steve Borthwick, England Head Coach
Borthwick’s praise for Fin Smith, who has emerged as a breakthrough talent this season, underscores the coach’s confidence in the Northampton standoff to seize the opportunity and lead England’s new era. With the experienced George Ford sidelined due to injury and Owen Farrell now ineligible after his move to France, the Smith brothers represent the future of England’s playmaking.
Fresh Faces and Familiar Talent
Despite the absence of senior figures like Ellis Genge and Elliot Daly, Borthwick has recalled Tom Curry, who is eager to make an impact after a season curtailed by injury. The head coach is confident in Curry’s fitness and readiness to contribute at the highest level.
As England prepares to face Japan and the formidable All Blacks, Borthwick’s men seem poised to embrace a new, more dynamic style of play. While the upcoming challenges will be stern, the national team appears determined to seize the moment and move away from the “dreary, kick-dominated game plan” that has frustrated supporters in the past.
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