Ex-Ireland full-back Jones joins Borthwick

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LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 20: South Africa Attack Coach Felix Jones during the pre match warm up ahead of the Autumn Nations Series match between England and South Africa at Twickenham Stadium on November 20, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Craig Mercer/MB Media/Getty Images)

Former Ireland full-back Felix Jones will leave South Africa’s coaching set-up and join England as an assistant coach after the 2023 World Cup.
England head coach Steve Borthwick said: “Our immediate focus is on preparation for the World Cup. We are continuing to build our programme to be in a position to compete to be world champions again.
“At the same time, I also want to ensure we are preparing for long term success for this England team, and I am excited that a coach as talented as Felix is joining next year.”
Recruitment is underway for a forwards coach and additional specialist coache...

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