Should Van Rensburg be in the England squad?

Should Van Rensburg be in the England squad?

From The Ruck by The Times

May 18, 2026 · 1h 4m

About this episode

The episode discusses the inclusion of Benhard Janse Van Rensburg in the England squad and the implications for the RFU, alongside reflections on the Champions Cup and the Women's 6 Nations.

Steve Borthwick's latest England training squad includes Benhard Janse Van Rensburg, who has qualified on residency grounds. Does it make sense for him to be parachuted directly into the set up? Or is it a bad look for the RFU and their talent pipelines? Alfie Reynolds, Charlie Morgan and Will Kelleher chat about that and the news that South African sides might pull out of the Champions Cup. Is this a good or a bad thing for the competition? Bordeaux attack coach Noel McNamara speaks to Will ahead of the Champions Cup final this weekend as they take on Leinster. The lads reflect on the end of the Women's 6 Nations as the Red Roses won the title again. And, they review a 'disgraceful' defeat for Bristol in the Prem as Pat Lam's side conceded over 90 points. *** Allianz Future Fund | Allianz Insurance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Alfie Reynolds, Charlie Morgan, Will Kelleher

Guest: Noel McNamara

Topics covered

  • England training squad
  • Benhard Janse Van Rensburg
  • Champions Cup
  • Women's 6 Nations
  • Bristol defeat

Keywords

  • England squad
  • Benhard Janse Van Rensburg
  • Champions Cup
  • Women's 6 Nations
  • Bristol
  • Pat Lam
  • South African sides

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Organizations: RFU, Bordeaux, Leinster

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