Borthwick new Bristol forwards coach

Bristol Rugby have confirmed the appointment of Steve Borthwick as new forwards coach.

The former England captain replaces Danny Wilson following a hugely successful Rugby World Cup campaign with Japan.

Borthwick was part of the coaching team that led the Cherry Blossoms to three victories in Pool B, including a famous defeat of South Africa.

“I’m delighted to welcome someone of Steve’s calibre to the coaching set-up at Bristol,” Andy Robinson told bristolrugby.co.uk.

“Steve can bring his experience of winning trophies to our squad and he will be an asset to the development of our young players.”