England, United Kingdom, March 3, 2026 (AFP) - England make sweeping changes for Italy Six Nations clash

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2026-03-03

England coach Steve Borthwick has radically overhauled his team following their Six Nations slump, bringing back Fin Smith at fly-half to face Italy as part of a whole new back line. There are nine changes in personnel and a further three positional switches following the 42-21 rout by Ireland that realistically ended England's title chances with two rounds remaining. That followed a 31-20 defeat by Scotland in Edinburgh. Smith will direct operat......

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