Richard Wigglesworth is not promoted while another becomes Borthwick’s second-in-command for England.

Wigglesworth’s responsibilities for guiding the attack have expanded to include

assisting with the general gameplan for matches against New Zealand, Australia, South Africa,

and Japan. His work title is senior assistant coach.

Former scrum-half becomes senior assistant coach ‘He will play a crucial role,’ says head coach Borthwick.

Richard Wigglesworth has been installed as Steve Borthwick’s No 2 in England’s finalised

coaching team for the upcoming autumn series.

Felix Jones, the Irish defense coach who unexpectedly resigned in August,

will continue to work remotely next month.

Wigglesworth's responsibilities

Jones is under contract for a 12-month notice period, and his future plans will most likely be

announced on Wednesday when Borthwick picks his autumn team.

Joe El-Abd, the director of rugby at Oyonnax, is now in command of the defense and will

remain with the French club until the season ends.

“Richard’s deep knowledge of the game and his excellent tactical understanding mean he has

become a key figure in our coaching team,” Borthwick told reporters.

“He shares our emotional commitment to English rugby and I am certain he will play a

crucial role in driving the standards of this England team.”

Borthwick’s backroom crew is completed by El-Abd, Tom Harrison, Kevin Sinfield, and

Andrew Strawbridge, who will face the All Blacks on November 2.