England rugby squad LIVE: World Cup 2023 group set to be named

Close Steve Borthwick left pondering World Cup squad after Wales loss Steve Borthwick will reveal his squad list for the 2023 Rugby World Cup on Monday morning, as England rugby hope to improve on recent showings and go deep into the tournament in France. England were beaten finalists in 2019, South Africa winning in Japan on that occasion, while their only win to date in the World Cup came back in 2003. This time around, the action starts in early September and Borthwick’s squad have been drawn in Pool D along with Japan, Argentina, Samoa and Chile. It is expected that Henry Slade will be the biggest shock omission from Borthwick’s list, while Jamie Blamire and Joe Cokanasiga could also be left out after failing to impress enough against Wales in defeat last time out. Follow the England squad reveal below: 1691390745 The chosen 33 will assemble at Twickenham on Monday morning. Here’s a look at the squad that Borthwick could select. The back row and back three are the most competitive areas of selection for Steve Borthwick Jack Rathborn 7 August 2023 07:45 1691389265 Jack Rathborn 7 August 2023 07:21 1691388736 Good morning and welcome to the Independent’s live coverage of England’s announcement for their Rugby World Cup 2023 squad. It’s a massive day for Steve Borthwick, who has made some tough calls over the last 24 hours. There will be several disappointed players, denied the chance to shine on the big stage in France. And after defeat to Wales last weekend, Borthwick is under pressure to quickly pick up momentum in the remaining warm-up games. Follow for live updates and build-up, a full squad list and reaction to the news later this morning. Jack Rathborn 7 August 2023 07:12