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Rugby Championship Podcast: Rugby Championship : Woodward urges England to unleash Caluori against South Africa

Rugby Championship : Woodward urges England to unleash Caluori against South Africa

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Clive Woodward urges England to hand 19-year-old Noah Caluori his Test debut against South Africa this July, arguing it's time for the rising star to shine. This insight comes as England reevaluates their strategy following a disappointing fifth-place finish in the Six Nations.

Woodward believes this decision could redefine the team's trajectory in the upcoming Nations Championship. If you want to understand how Caluori's inclusion might reshape England's future, stick around.

Woodward, a 2003 World Cup winner, asserts that age shouldn't deter selection, recalling his own debut decision for Jonny Wilkinson at 18. He notes Caluori's impressive 18 tries in nine matches for Saracens, emphasizing the need to test his skills at the highest level. Woodward suggests that if Coach Steve Borthwick survives the RFU's review, he should not hesitate to start Caluori against the formidable Springboks.

He also proposes tactical adjustments, recommending Immanuel Feyi-Waboso as a winger and Tommy Freeman as a midfielder to accommodate Caluori. With the stakes high, Woodward’s blueprint could set the stage for a thrilling clash in Johannesburg.

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