About this episode

The episode discusses England's victory over Fiji, highlighting player performances and tactical insights.

Ashy and Chris bring you instant reaction from the Hill Dickinson stadium as England thrashed Fiji in Liverpool to end their five-match unbeaten run. But what are the positives for England after such a one-sided victory over a disjointed Fiji? We hear from Steve Borthwick who heaps praise on his defence despite scoring 73 points. Noah Caluori is back on the pod after a devastating Test debut. He set up a try with his first touch in international rugby and scored a try with his second. Ashy was impressed with the young winger but it was Tommy Freeman who caught his eye. Should Freeman continue on the wing? And Henry Pollock came on to score an impressive second-half hat-trick. Does he now start in Argentina or was his impact exactly why he’s suited to coming off the bench?

People in this episode

Hosts: Ashy, Chris

Guest: Noah Caluori

Topics covered

• England rugby
• Fiji rugby
• international rugby
• match analysis
• player performance

Keywords

• England
• Fiji
• rugby
• hat-trick
• Steve Borthwick
• Noah Caluori
• Tommy Freeman
• Henry Pollock

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: England, Fiji

Places: Hill Dickinson stadium, Liverpool

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