Borthwick Receives Player Support Before RFU Review of Disappointing Six Nations Performance

England's head coach, Steve Borthwick, has garnered support from a player ahead of the Rugby Football Union's review, despite the team's dismal performance in the Six Nations. England concluded the tournament in fifth place, following a nail-biting 48-46 loss to France, who claimed the championship title in Paris. The RFU conducts a thorough review of each campaign, involving an anonymous panel comprising internal and external experts, including former players. However, the pressure is mounting after England managed only one win, against Wales, across five games, despite high expectations. England hooker Jamie George has come out in praise of Borthwick, stating that the 46-year-old coach has the squad's backing, with their sights set on winning the 2027 World Cup in Australia under his leadership. George expressed his admiration for Borthwick, saying, "Steve is one of the most exceptional coaches I've had the pleasure of working with. I firmly believe that under Steve's guidance, we will be among the top contenders for the World Cup. We have a fantastic team and a great group of players, and he's the ideal person to lead us to victory. He has been instrumental in English rugby, and it's astonishing what has transpired over the past few weeks. He is undoubtedly the right person to lead us forward for a long time. What sets him apart is that he's an English coach who is deeply passionate about the game, and he's also an outstanding coach who has established an excellent program. When you combine this with a talented group of players, it's a recipe for success. Although our performance hasn't been up to par over the last few weeks, the positive aspect of Steve's leadership is that we will have solutions. The camaraderie and unity we've displayed during this period are indicative of having the right people in place - players, staff, and everyone involved. The upcoming review will require Borthwick to provide explanations and solutions for the team's four-game losing streak. RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney had previously expressed his support for Borthwick after a 23-18 loss to Italy, but declined to comment on anything beyond the Nations Championship, which commences on July 3 in South Africa. The review process is expected to span several weeks, with players and staff set to be consulted about their views on the team's recent performance.