Rugby-England coach sees new options after three flyhalves test


Rugby Union - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Pool D - England v Chile - Stade Pierre-Mauroy, Lille, France - September 23, 2023 England head coach Steve Borthwick before the match REUTERS/Stephanie Lecocq

LILLE, France (Reuters) - England coach Steve Borthwick said playing three flyhalves for part of Saturday's 71-0 thrashing of Chile had brought a new dimension to his side that he could deploy again in future.

After a more conservative approach in wins over Argentina and Japan, focused on George Ford's kicking game, England threw off the shackles, running in 11 tries with Marcus Smith starting at fullback and helping provide the spark they have lacked.

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