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The rising hooker nicknamed ‘Cement’ who could ‘explode’ his way into England’s World Cup plans after delivering the most assured display of his career in front of Steve Borthwick

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By NIK SIMON · Daily Mail

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 1:00 AM

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Nathan Jibulu delivered an impressive performance in front of England coach Steve Borthwick during Sale's win over Saracens.
Sale defeated Saracens 21-17 at StoneX Stadium on Sunday.
Jibulu scored the opening try and completed 88 percent of his lineout throws.

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Sale Sharks hooker Nathan Jibulu delivered a standout performance in front of England head coach Steve Borthwick during a 21-17 victory over Saracens at StoneX Stadium. The 23-year-old scored the match's opening try, completed 88 percent of his lineout throws, and showcased powerful carrying that earned high praise from Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson.

Sanderson highlighted that Jibulu possesses international-level power and could contend for an England spot ahead of next year's World Cup. Additional second-half tries from Tom O'Flaherty and Ben Bamber sealed the win for Sale, while Saracens hooker Theo Dan suffered a second-half injury.

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