England four can leave New Zealand

The four England players who are being investigated as part of a sexual assault case have been told they’re free to leave the country with the rest of the squad, as no formal complaint has been made.

The four men have declined to answer questions from Auckland police regarding the incident after taking advice from a solicitor.

Francis Baron from the RFU commented on his support for the players, “We are desperate to clear the players’ names but we’re in a very strange situation - with no allegations, no complaint being made - as to exactly how the name of the players can be cleared.”

England go down to second heavy defeat

England’s miserable tour of New Zealand has ended with a second heavy defeat after the All Blacks ran out convincing 44-12 winners.

The hosts had the game wrapped up by half-time, heading in with a 20-0 lead after a lackluster first period from England in which they failed to offer any kind of threat.

Danny Care got the England try and converted it himself to give the visitors some pride, but this was another unconvincing performance from the new England side.

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England skipper claims team are focused

England captain Steve Borthwick claims his side are focused solely on rugby, despite police investigating four players over a sexual assault.

The team head in to the second test against New Zealand with a serious black cloud hanging over the camp, but Borthwick believes the side are fully prepared for the match.

He commented, “I am very happy with preparations this week. The players have worked tremendously hard in training. We will provide a better performance and a better account of ourselves this weekend.”

England four investigated over sexual assault

Four England rugby players are being investigated by New Zealand police over an alleged sexual assault case, but have not been questioned or arrested.

Auckland police say that a woman has made a ’serious sexual assault allegation’ but the players involved have refused to answer any questions at this stage in the investigation.

A spokesperson for the Auckland police department commented, “Auckland City Police will continue to investigate the allegation - that a woman was raped and/or sexually assaulted by four players - as thoroughly as possible before reviewing the file.”

She added, “Any decision about where to take matters from there will depend on the outcome of that review.”

England face further injury problems

Andrew Sheridan is out of the second test against New Zealand, after suffering a serious cut under his eye in the defeat on Saturday.

The injury needed 12 stitches and it has since been revealed that the prop won’t be risked in the second match, as England look to rebuild.

Sheridan commented, “I’m obviously very disappointed to get the news but I’ve got to follow the medical advice I’ve received.”

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Tindall says England must attack

Mike Tindall says England must not play conservatively against New Zealand if they’re to achieve success and the team have no intention of doing so.

Tindall returns to the side after a serious injury against Wales in the Six Nations and has faith in the much changed England side.

He commented, “We’re starting afresh and we’ve got to lay down a marker in terms of our commitment and willingness to play.”

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Winger will get debut against NZ

Topsy Ojo is set to make his England debut in the first test against New Zealand in a much changed side that could see as many as 11 changes.

The London Irish winger is set to start in a back three with England hoping he can replicate the form he has shown this season.

Despite the mass changes, New Zealand coach Graham Henry remains cautious. He commented, “We’ll have to be a bit sharper if we are to defeat England. They have some very experienced internationals plus some new players coming through who might not be well known in New Zealand but will be a real challenge on Saturday.”

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England tour an Ultimate Challenge

England manager Rob Andrew has commented that the two tests against New Zealand represent one of the ‘ultimate challenges’ he has faced in his career.

The tour has become even more tricky for the England side after key figures were ruled out meaning many players will have to be moved around.

Andrew commented, “It’s one of the ultimate challenges as a player and a manager and it’s how you rise to that challenge which will determine what happens.”

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Easter out of NZ tests

England’s Nick Easter will miss out on the two matches against New Zealand after it was revealed an injury he picked up against the Barbarians won’t heal in time.

The Harlequins man fractured his hand in the win over the Barbarians, a game in which he captained his country.

He commented, “The chances to tour here don’t come around very often, but it’s essential that I get my hand sorted out. I’d like to wish the England squad all the best.”

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Dallaglio believes England can shine

Retiring Wasps legend Lawrence Dallaglio says the England team heading to the southern hemisphere for the tour of Australia and New Zealand can be competitive despite wholesale changes.

The former England skipper and World Cup winner believes that comments in the media that this tour could be the second ‘tour from hell’ are wide of the mark.

He added, “The guys will want to stake their claims for next season and will be aware everything is up for grabs.”

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Hipkiss and Sackey miss NZ tour

England duo Dan Hipkiss and Paul Sackey will not go with England on the tour of New Zealand after it was revealed they’re both injured and won’t recover in time.

The two players, who squared off against each other in the Premiership final for Wasps and Leicester both picked up knocks in the match and won’t regain fitness in time for the opener on the 14th June in Auckland.

Hipkiss injured his cheekbone while Sackey has a suspected knee injury that requires further investigation.

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