By Mark Stevens

Lee Blackett believes England Rugby have been meticulously developing its resources in a concerted effort to unearth a wealth of hidden gems and strengthen the national team’s long-term future.
Through a combination of elite academy systems, talent identification programmes, as well as investment in grassroots, the RFU has created a robust pathway designed to nurture the next generation of stars.
Premiership clubs and England’s age-grade teams have played a crucial role in honing that young talent, ensuring that promising players receive the right coaching and the right expo...