STEVE BORTHWICK admits England must bridge the gap between the Prem and Test rugby quickly if they are to be successful this autumn.Australia’s visit to Twickenham on Sunday launches the second phase of the inaugural Nations Championship with Borthwick aware that his players need to step up their work at the breakdown and in defence.While the Prem’s focus on attack has created some thrilling spectacles, it is inadequate preparation for the battles to come against the Wallabies, Japan and New Zealand.

STEVE BORTHWICK admits England must bridge the gap between the Prem and Test rugby quickly if they are to be successful this autumn.

Australia’s visit to Twickenham on Sunday launches the second phase of the inaugural Nations Championship with Borthwick aware that his players need to step up their work at the breakdown and in defence.

While the Prem’s focus on attack has created some thrilling spectacles, it is inadequate preparation for the battles to come against the Wallabies, Japan and New Zealand.

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