Billy Vunipola
England happy being cast as villains in World Cup quarter-final – Billy Vunipola
There is a desire to see a Pacific Islands nation progress deep into the World Cup given they produce some of the game’s finest players.
Manu Tuilagi warned special treatment may await him when England tackle Samoa
Tuilagi’s England teammate Billy Vunipola knows what it is like to be targeted by Polynesian opposition with a point to prove.
Billy Vunipola ready to resume physical role for England when required
Vunipola is competing with the in-form Ben Earl for the number eight jersey in the final group match against Samoa.
Billy Vunipola ready to return for England having served ‘time for the crime’
The number eight will feature against Chile after missing two matches following a high challenge on Ireland’s Andrew Porter.
Steve Borthwick says Lewis Ludlam is ‘the right person to start’ against Japan
Ludlam has been rewarded for his defensive masterclass as a replacement in the 27-10 win over Argentina on Saturday.
Lewis Ludlam gets nod ahead of Billy Vunipola to start for England against Japan
Ludlam has been rewarded for his defensive masterclass as a replacement in the 27-10 rout of Argentina on Saturday.
I don’t think England have a discipline problem – defence coach Kevin Sinfield
Tom Curry’s early dismissal at the weekend followed hot on the heels of Owen Farrell and Billy Vunipola incidents last month.
Tom Curry to miss England’s next two World Cup matches after dangerous tackle
The Sale openside will be available for England’s final World Cup group game against Samoa on October 7.
Billy Vunipola ‘looks good to go’ for England after brutal training regime
Vunipola has received special attention from head of strength and conditioning Aled Walters.
Steve Borthwick has work to do – England v Fiji talking points
England have injuries, suspensions and a lack of form heading into the World Cup.