Wales manager Warren Gatland is confident that key back-court striker Taulupe Faletau will be able to take his place in the team at next month’s Rugby World Cup in France. The Cardiff No. 8 will not play in any of the warm-up games of the Wales tournament as he recovers from a calf injury.
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Faletau, 32, will not play against England at Twickenham on Saturday and has already been ruled out of a fight against world champions South Africa in Cardiff on 19 August. Well, today he doesn’t feel anything in his calf, so we’re pretty sure he’s eligible for selection (for the World Championships).
Gatland’s Final Squad Selection Looms
Gatland, who led Wales to fourth place at the 2011 and 2019 Rugby World Cup during his first spell in charge of the team, is set to name his final 33-man squad for the RWC over the next two weeks. I am expecting a group of players who are desperate to perform. According to the New Zealander, this is a good situation.
Wales kicked off their warm-up campaign with a 20-9 win over England in Cardiff last weekend. But England manager Steve Borthwick has since announced his Rugby World Cup squad, and on Thursday the former Red Rose captain named a much more experienced team for this weekend’s second leg at Twickenham.
“England have chosen their team (for the Rugby World Cup) so they will want to go out there and play, Gatland said. But sometimes it’s almost a relief that you’ve been chosen to be in the squad, and be there emotionally. This is a challenge for them to get up. I know we have a group of players that are in the right condition because this team came out last week, they weren’t perfect but they showed great signs of what we’re looking for as a group.”
Gatland admits to uncertainty over backline positions for Rugby World Cup
Wales players know there’s a lot at stake as they prepare to take on England at Twickenham in Saturday’s Rugby World Cup warm-up game, admits manager Warren Gatland, who is uncertain about midfield and three backs.
This match is a chance for another group of Welsh players to impress after a 20-9 victory over England in Cardiff over the weekend. Gatland has made 15 changes to his starting line-up and says his World Cup team places very well.
While England manager Steve Borthwick names his squad of 33 on Monday, Gatland is still mulling over. It’s good for me to know that the command should work. There is a lot at stake, and the players are well aware of this. As a result, we mixed up teams, he told reporters on Thursday.
RWC 2023 – Spotlight on Center Joe Roberts
Center Joe Roberts, who set to make his debut in a position that Gatland is unsure about, is one of those hoping to garner attention. The coach said, I impressed with his footwork and carrying. He left-handed, which differentiates in terms of exit strategy and how you want to manipulate teams.
“I’m interested to see how he plays with Nick (Tompkins). I hope (another debutant) Caeron Williams wins in the second half (off the bench). We are very unsure what combinations will be in midfield and the composition of the three defenders. The players have the opportunity to come forward and raise their hands.”
Gatland thinks England will change strategy at Twickenham to a stronger game after failing to break through the Wales defense with the ball in hand last weekend. We tried to change a few things about our kicking strategy and what they posted online about wanting to win a kicking battle. We expect them to kick a lot more than last week, he said.
Gatland also provided an update on several of his injured players as they prepare to host the world champions in South Africa on 19 August. Taulupe (Faletau) will not be available next week, but we are sure that it will be available in the future. (Ving Alex) Cuthbert should be ready by next week, Johnny (Williams) will potentially be ready by next weekend. (Flyhalf Gareth) Anscombe will be out of shape, but that doesn’t rule him out of the World Championship.
Ben Earl to start in England team to play Wales in Rugby World Cup warm-up
Flanker Ben Earl will start his first match for England and Steve Borthwick will turn to his strong strikers to create much-needed momentum against Wales in Saturday’s second Rugby World Cup warm-up match. Rugby World Cup fans can buy Wales Rugby World Cup Tickets from our website.
In response to a disappointing 20-9 loss to Wales in Cardiff last week, the starting XV saw the inclusion of the Saracen contingent, featuring No. 8 Billy Vunipola, captain Owen Farrell, prostitute Jamie George, lock Maro Itjo, and striker Elliot Daly. Additionally, Earl joined them on the open field, as reported by Telegraph Sport.
Despite being voted Premier League Player of the Year for 2021/22, Earl fell out of favor with Eddie Jones, resulting in his previous 15 appearances coming off the bench.. He too seemed to be on the fringes of Borthwick’s plans, but remained in the 33-man squad after an excellent training camp.
Reflecting on the Rollercoaster
Speaking after his selection, Earl said, Over the past two years, I’ve had a bit of a journey up and down in terms of being in and out of the team. But I’ve had some success at the club and I’m probably a more versatile person now than I was a couple of years ago.
“The back row was very competitive. Boys who have lost sight of what kind of players they are and what good guys they are. I have to pinch myself that I’m going to the Rugby World Cup. At times over the past 18 months, it seemed like a long way to go. Now it’s about trying to get on that team.”
Only four players retained their places after the loss to Wales with mainstay Will Stewart, second-row George Martin, outside center Joe Marchand and cornerback Freddie Steward. Seemingly new focus is on the set piece that struggled so hard last week with George, Itohe and winger Courtney Lowes brought in to secure the lineout, while the Harlequins’ supporting pair Stewart and Joe Marler could perhaps represents the strongest bouts in England.
Rugby World Cup – Strategic Emphasis on Set Pieces
The emphasis on set pieces contrasts with the electric back three of Steward, Daley and Henry Arundell, who are starting his second match for England. Ollie Lawrence is collaborating with Marchand in the centers with Manu Tuilagi, who has yet to participate in this series of warm-ups. Jack van Purtvliet starts in the half of the scrum next to Owen Farrell, team captain.
On the bench, Ellis Genge is in line to win his 50th cap. While Johnny Hill is also left out of Borthwick’s 33-man Rugby World Cup squad. We’re excited for Ellis to win his 50th game off the bench, Borthwick said. He is a brilliant professional both on and off the field and I am sure Saturday will be a moment of great pride for him and his family.
Regarding Johnny Hill’s involvement: Johnny training with us throughout the week and I’m very delight to able to name him on Matchday 23. I have no doubt that he will have a big impact on us off the bench.
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