England Rugby drop new Canterbury home shirt ahead of 16/17 campaign

The England national rugby team this week unveiled their latest Canterbury home shirt offering, which will be worn for all major upcoming tests.

The brand new shirt of the Red Rose, which will be donned by the likes of Bath Rugby stars Anthony Watson, Jonathan Joseph and George Ford, is in keeping with the traditional and minimalist design used by England over the past few years.

#PROUD to unveil the new 2016/17 home England kit from @canterburyNZ: https://t.co/BatmRrXrEX pic.twitter.com/RPV6CIV4Mn

— England Rugby (@EnglandRugby) August 8, 2016

The moment the new 2016/17 England kit from @CanterburyNZ was unveiled at Twickenham...#CommittedToTheGame https://t.co/dskmpC3j1Z

— England Rugby (@EnglandRugby) August 8, 2016

The shirt sees England continue their long standing partnership with sponsors O2, and maintains the sleek red trim of the Canterbury design.

'VapoDri' techhnology is also incorporated into the new design, keeping players cool throughout the match, while ensuring a secure and comfortable fit.

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— Canterbury (@canterburyNZ) August 8, 2016

The shirt is now available to pre-order ahead of the official release on August.