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Mike Tindall Backs Steve Borthwick to Stay as England Coach After Six Nations Slump

His call for patience follows the RFU's refusal to publicly guarantee Borthwick's job.

Overview

  • Mike Tindall publicly urged supporters to keep faith with Steve Borthwick and said he expects him to stay through the World Cup.
  • Tindall cited his long relationship with Borthwick and said current England players like the environment under the coach.
  • England finished fifth in the Six Nations after four defeats, with the lone win a 48–7 opener over Wales.
  • Bill Sweeney, the Rugby Football Union chief executive, has not offered a public guarantee over Borthwick’s position.
  • England are scheduled to tour South Africa in July, setting a near-term checkpoint for plans on coaching continuity and team recovery.