Warren Gatland takes new role ahead of the Autumn Internationals

Thursday, 06 October 2022 at 09:15

byRugby Rucker

Former Wales and Lions boss Warren Gatland is poised to appear as a TV pundit for Prime Video during the Autumn Nations Series.

He is ready to work in the media on key England, Wales and Ireland matches.

Amazon is the principal broadcaster of the Autumn Nations Series which forms a crucial part of the build-up to next year’s World Cup in France.

Responding to reports he could take over England in recent days Gatland said 'never say never' despite his previous role with Wales.

5 Favourites to replace Eddie Jones (William Hill)

Eddie Jones, who will leave following the 2023 Rugby World Cup, took charge in 2015 and was the first ever foreign coach to lead the men in white.

Despite the Aussies success, which includes two Six Nations titles and finishing runners up in the 2019 World Cup, the RFU have already revealed they want their next coach to be English.

Below, we look at the five favourites to replace Eddie Jones according to the bookies.

#5. Joe Schmidt 12/1

Joe Schmidt Head Coach of Ireland arrives before the six Nations Championship match, between England and Ireland at Twickenham Stadium, London , UK, on the 17th March 2017. (Photo:Dean Lancaster/PPAUK)

#4. Shaun Edwards 10/1

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#3. Warren Gatland 8/1

#2. Scott Robertson 6/1

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#1. Steve Borthwick 3/1

Borthwick looks the obvious choice given Leicester’s impressive season, which saw them win the Premiership – their first title since 2013.

Steve Borthwick and Neal Hatley talk before the Guinness Six Nations Championship match between Wales and England at Principality Stadium on February 23, 2018 in Cardiff, Wales. Photo: Phil Mingo/PPAUK

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