Steve Borthwick hails ‘written off’ players as England book World Cup semi-final

England head coach Steve Borthwick saw his side reach the World Cup semi-finals (Mike Egerton/PA)

England head coach Steve Borthwick hailed his players’ composure and resilience after they repelled a thrilling Fiji fightback to book a place in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals.

Fiji tied the game after scoring two converted tries in four second-half minutes, but skipper Owen Farrell kicked a late drop-goal and penalty to see England home 30-24.