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England players question ‘brutal’ travel demands in Nations Championship format sits in International Rugby because international rugby shapes selection debates, union strategy, player pathways and the fixtures that define each Test cycle. The important part is not only the headline; it is what the story changes for teams, players, supporters and the next competitive decision.
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Played in South Africa, England and Argentina across three weekends Squad covered 26,000 miles this month in hectic travel schedule England’s players have questioned the current Nations Championship format after being required to play Test matches on three different continents on successive weekends. Steve Borthwick’s squad have covered 26,000 miles this month and at least one senior player believes the tournament should consider reducing the travel demands for all involved. Continue reading...
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