England vs. Chile: Jack Willis Primed for Rugby World Cup Debut, Eager and Well-prepared

England Flanker Jack Willis Awaits Rugby World Cup Opportunity

Flanker Jack Willis is eagerly anticipating his potential selection for England’s upcoming Rugby World Cup match against Chile in Lille on Saturday. Despite starting four games in this year’s Six Nations, he has not yet featured in England’s first two pool victories against Argentina and Japan.

In an interview, the 26-year-old expressed his disappointment at not being involved initially but emphasized the importance of being prepared and ready when given the opportunity. He acknowledged the hard work put in by those supporting the team behind the scenes and highlighted their commitment to be ready whenever called upon.

A win over Chile would likely secure a place for England in the quarter-finals, leading to possible alterations in their lineup as they face off against these Rugby World Cup debutants. However, players who participated in England’s previous matches are determined to retain their positions.

Maro Itoje, one of England’s second row pairing alongside Ollie Chessum, expressed his desire to always play for his country and make himself available for selection. Recognizing that every game could potentially be his last chance to represent England, he aims to accumulate as many caps as possible while acknowledging that ultimately it is up to head coach Steve Borthwick to make final decisions regarding squad composition.

Ollie Chessum himself recently recovered from a long-term ankle injury and is eager to continue playing whenever given an opportunity. While expressing his willingness through training performance this week, he understands that ultimately it is up to the coaches’ discretion to determine the lineup.

Jack Willis has faced injury setbacks throughout his England career, most recently requiring knee surgery in 2021 after sustaining an injury during a Six Nations match against Italy. After successfully returning to play for Wasps and subsequently moving to Toulouse in France due to his boyhood club’s administration issues, he now appreciates every opportunity on the pitch and considers a World Cup appearance as the culmination of his comeback journey.

“It has been a turbulent time,” said Willis, acknowledging the challenges he faced. He expressed gratitude towards his support system including family, friends, and teammates who helped him overcome these obstacles. With this perspective, he intends to savor every moment on the field.

Wales Assistant Coach Jonathan Thomas Confident Ahead of Australia Clash

In other rugby news, Wales assistant coach Jonathan Thomas believes that their fate is entirely within their control as they face Australia in a crucial Pool C showdown on Sunday. This confidence stems from their preparation and adaptability leading up to this important match.