Is World Cup selection an art or a science? Sitting in a school language classroom on the outskirts of Bristol, Eddie Jones pondered the question for a moment. “It’s less science, more art,” he replied, eventually. Those unsure about the make-up of England’s squad list for rugby union’s ultimate tournament can at least rest assured his final 31 names have not been picked on a casual whim.
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Written by Robert Kitson
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