Interview: After helping Steve Borthwick’s side finally get over the line, the Northampton wing reveals the secrets behind his try-saving intervention on Louis Bielle-Biarrey, his confrontation with Damian Penaud and why he is confident England can build from here.
While he was not involved in the final moments as England executed a perfectly-drilled winning play to snatch a much-needed victory, Sleightholme relished in the post-match celebrations – at least until young baby Lyra forced him away.
Speaking after a long-awaited England win on Saturday night, Steve Borthwick sought to highlight the spirit he believes he has instilled in his team even amid a run of near misses.
Sleightholme had missed England’s Six Nations opener in Dublin while shaking off the lingering effects of a hamstring issue suffered while playing for Northampton in November.
Alex Mitchell is entrenched at scrum half; Fin Smith enjoyed a fine first start last Saturday; Tommy Freeman offers a lovely blend of skills on the opposite wing.
