Wales gave themselves a significant pre-World Cup boost as they outclassed England, leading to a convincing victory.
Gareth Davies and George North were the standout performers, each scoring impressive tries, while Leigh Halfpenny's 10 points from kicks added to their dominance.
The win proved to be an exceptional beginning for newly appointed captain Jac Morgan, adding to the team's confidence ahead of the upcoming World Cup. England's Marcus Smith managed to keep them in the game with three successful penalties, but it wasn't enough to match Wales' prowess on the field.
Both teams now face the crucial task of selecting their final squads for the World Cup. Head coach Steve Borthwick will announce England's 33-man squad on Monday, while Wales' Warren Gatland has decided to take a few more weeks to make his selections.
Below we look at the likely squad that will be announced by Steve Borthwick tomorrow.
BACKS (14)
Back three (5): Freddie Steward, Anthony Watson, Elliot Daly, Max Malins, Henry Arundell (if fit)
Omitted: Jonny May, Joe Cokanasiga, Cadan Murley
Max Malins of England during the Summer Nations Series Rugby match between Wales and England at Principality Stadium on August 5, 2023 in Cardiff, Wales. Photo: Phil Mingo/PPAUK
Centre (3): Ollie Lawrence, Henry Slade, Manu Tuilagi
Omitted: Joe Marchant, Guy Porter
A frustrated Ollie Lawrence of England during the Guinness Six Nations match between England and France at Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham, London on Saturday 11th March 2023 | Photo: James Fearn/PPAUK.
Fly half (3): Owen Farrell (captain), George Ford, Marcus Smith
Owen Farrell, Captain of England during the Six Nations Match between England and Italy at Twickenham, London on 12 Feb 2023 (Photo: Tom Sandberg/PPAUK)
Scrum half (3): Jack van Poortvliet, Danny Care, Ben Youngs
FORWARDS (19)
Loosehead props (3): Ellis Genge (vice-captain), Joe Marler, Bevan Rodd
Omitted: Mako Vunipola (injury)
Joe Marler of England Rugby during the Six Nations Championship match between England and Wales at Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham, London on February 26th 2021. - PHOTO: Phil Mingo/PPAUK
Hooker (3): Jamie George, Theo Dan, Jack Walker (if fit)
Omitted: Jamie Blamire
Tighthead prop (3): Will Stuart, Kyle Sinckler, Dan Cole
Lock (4): Maro Itoje, Ollie Chessum, George Martin, David Ribbans
Omitted: Jonny Hill
Back Row (6): Billy Vunipola, Tom Curry, Courtney Lawes (vice-captain), Jack Willis, Lewis Ludlam, Tom Willis
Omitted: Alex Dombrandt, Ben Earl, Tom Pearson
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- Jordie Barrett over Damian de Allende is far from being correct. The hype around Dupont is also overreaching, he's probably 4th in the world and has been since the 2023 WC. He also avoids certain matchups which is strange. The rest of the list is pretty good apart from minor subjective biases.JasonMarlow16-09-2026
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