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England arrived in Auckland fresh from a 52-17 victory over Japan on Saturday, which ensured Steve Borthwick’s team made the perfect start to a stern summer examination. The size of the task at hand is laid bare by England’s record against the All Blacks – eight wins in 43 Tests and only two achieved in New Zealand. Helping the community 🤝 This afternoon, players spent time visiting a food bank to pack up essential boxes to be delivered to vulnerable families across Auckland.
The charity, The Village Community Trust, was co-founded by former All Black, Sir Michael Jones. pic.twitter.
com/e9r74LmW5w — England Rugby (@EnglandRugby) June 27, 2024 However, England captain George is excited to take on the All Blacks in a two-Test series which starts on July 6. “My message to the team is to soak it in, to love it and to enjoy it,” George told New Zealand broadcaster TVNZ. “This is what rugby for me is all about.
Coming out to tours like this, to hostile places and trying to compete against the best.” George was speaking at a food bank in west Auckland run by All Blacks great Sir Michael Jones. The England captain along with other members of the squad offered to pack food boxes and brought along Yorkshire Tea after they landed in the country on Monday.
He added: “We couldn’t respect Michael any more. I am sure my old man will be buzzing (that I’ve met him).” Victory over Japan continued England’s resurgence under Borthwick after they ended a mixed Six Nat.
