Backs: Holly Aitchison (Saracens, 15 caps), Jess Breach (Saracens, 24 caps), Abby Dow (Harlequins, 30 caps), Elizabeth Duffy (Sale Sharks, uncapped), Tatyana Heard (Gloucester-Hartpury, 9 caps), Natasha Hunt (Gloucester-Hartpury, 60 caps), Leanne Infante (Saracens, 57 caps), Ellie Kildunne (Harlequins, 31 caps), Claudia MacDonald (Exeter Chiefs, 24 caps), Nancy McGillivray (Exeter Chiefs, uncapped), Sarah McKenna (Saracens, 43 caps), Lucy Packer (Harlequins, 9 caps), Amber Reed (Bristol Bears, 62 caps), Helena Rowland (Loughborough Lightning, 22 caps), Ellie Rugman (Gloucester-Hartpury, uncapped), Emma Sing (Gloucester-Hartpury, 2 caps), Lydia Thompson (Worcester, Warriors, 58 caps), Lagi Tuima (Harlequins, 12 caps), Ella Wyrwas (Saracens, uncapped). They join 22 survivors from the squad who reached the World Cup final last November, but there is no place for Dan Cole, who may be wondering if he will be add to his 95 England caps and three for the Lions. Johnson captained England to Rugby World Cup success in 2003, having already won a Grand Slam that year. George Furbank (Northampton Saints, 3 caps) The 24-year-old Smith has been regarded as English rugby's next big thing and former coach Eddie Jones attempted with mixed success . Freddie Steward (Leicester Tigers, uncapped) Chunya Munga (London Irish, uncapped)* Harry Randall (Bristol Bears, uncapped) It points to a blindside-flanker role for Courtney Lawes, Maro Itoje or Worcesters Ted Hill to provide some bulk, with other possible No 8 contenders Nathan Hughes, Sam Simmonds and Teimana Harrison overlooked. Please review our, You need to be a subscriber to join the conversation. Scrum half Natasha Hunt and Gloucester-Hartpury team-mate Sarah Beckett return to the squad in addition to Bristol Bears captain Amber Reed and Harlequins front row Bryony Cleall. Jack Kenningham (Harlequins, uncapped) Jamie Blamire (Newcastle Falcons, uncapped) Forwards "The starting 15 we have named has a consistent feel to it which is great for cohesion but we will also benefit from returning players such as Jonny Gray and Rory Sutherland, who have been important players for us in recent seasons," Townsend said in a statement. Marcus Smith (Harlequins, uncapped) Josh McNally (Bath Rugby, uncapped) Savea made the gesture towards Rebels scrum-half Ryan Louwrens and appeared to threaten him after he was yellow carded in the closing stages of the opening half. Charlie Ewels (Bath Rugby, 21 caps) Sutherland will partner Zander Fagerson and hooker George Turner in the front row, while the back three in the scrum are flankers Jamie Ritchie and Hamish Watson alongside No. England captain Ben Stokes said he felt "blessed" to have been part of their thrilling Test against New Zealand in Wellington, despite the tourists losing by one run. Read about our approach to external linking. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. He also captained his side to Six Nations titles in 2000 and 2001. Home nations' captains: Scotland's Stuart McInally, England's Owen Farrell, Wales' Alun Wyn Jones, and Ireland's Rory Best 2019 Rugby World Cup Hosts: Japan Dates: 20 September to 2 November Josh Bassett (Wasps, uncapped)* Tom Curry has filled England's leadership void after being named captain for Saturday's Guinness Six Nations opener against Scotland at Murrayfield. Ted Hill (Worcester Warriors, 1 cap) George Martin (Leicester Tigers, 1 cap) It allows us another string to our bow and to carry, when I choose to do so, a different type of player on the bench, Borthwick said. Fly-half Finn Russell will look to control the game alongside scrumhalf Ali Price, while the centre pairing is Sam Johnson and Chris Harris. *By continuing to the site with this current browser, you acknowledge that your experience may be degraded. Joe Heyes (Leicester Tigers, uncapped)* There is meanwhile a return for Exeter Chiefs forward Poppy Leitch, who last featured for England in the 2019 Six Nations. Ben Curry (Sale Sharks, uncapped) Twickenham TW1 1DZ 8 Sam Simmonds makes his first start for England since 2018, while Nick Isiekwe partners Maro Itoje in the second row. Miles Reid (Bath, uncapped)* Filters . Statistics . Senior Men. Harry Wells (Leicester Tigers, uncapped), Backs There are 22 players who remain from the group that took part in the Rugby World Cup but a host of big names miss out including Dan Cole, Ben Spencer and Mark Wilson. Beno Obano (Bath, 1 cap) Wane's future was in doubt after the national side's bitterly . All Blacks assemble: Who's back from injury, overseas or on the fringes of Cup selection? Sam Underhill (Bath Rugby, 22 caps) 8 Matt Fagerson. England begin their campaign against Scotland in Newcastle on Saturday, 25 March (16:45 GMT). England team to face the USA on 4 July 2021. Ruck.co.uk: the leading rugby union news and content network delivering you the latest news, views and all the moves in Rugby Union. All rights reserved. Joe Cokanasiga (Bath Rugby, 9 caps) The Exeter Chiefs player will partner Grant Gilchrist in the second row and along with the return of prop Rory Sutherland, brings added experience in the pack for what is likely to be a bruising battle up front. Winger: RORY UNDERWOOD (55%) - England's highest try scorer, with 49, and a player of undeniable attacking class. France visit Twickenham on Saturday week knowing another defeat would end their title defence and Ireland lie in wait seven days later at the Aviva Stadium as favourites to lift the crown. Jacob Umaga (Wasps, uncapped)*. Elsewhere, there are surprise call ups for forwards Tom Dunn, Alex Moon and Will Stuart and backs Fraser Dingwall, George Furbank, Ollie Thorley and Jacob Umaga. Tom Curry will captain an England side featuring a midfield combination of Henry Slade and Elliot Daly in their Six Nations opener against Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday. Henry Twynam #119. Regular captain Sarah Hunter is expected to announce her retirement imminently, meaning Saracens' Marlie Packer has the opportunity to cement herself as front and centre of the Red Roses' ambitions. Lewis Ludlam (Northampton Saints, 8 caps) Can she help struggling learners pass their test? Lewis Moody, 54.54%: Moody had one huge win as captain, over Australia in Sydney in 2010. . Sarah Hunter and Marlie Packer will co-captain England as they begin the defence of their Women's Six Nations title this month. With the Red Rose captain struggling off the tee, Ford can also relieve him of that added pressure . In the absence of Owen Farrell . Steve Borthwick says England's focus is on the upcoming Six Nations and not the Rugby World Cup in eight months' time, adding the decision to name Owen Farrell as captain was "straightforward". Vice-captain Ellis Genge makes up the front row alongside Bristol Bears team mate Kyle Sinckler and Exeter hooker Luke . Francis Luscombe #29. 18. News. 1. He also led England to the RWC final in 1991. The Breakdown | The road to joy: why the best in the Six Nations are putting fun above fear, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. He was the first black captain of the Great Britain Lions and for any national British sporting side. Alex Mitchell (Northampton Saints, uncapped)* Carling starts the part-time role next week and has been given the brief of developing the skills of the leadership group, which is spearheaded by co-captains Dylan Hartley and Owen Farrell. Harlequins welcome back England internationals Marcus Smith, Joe Marchant and Cadan Murley for their Gallagher Premiership clash with Exeter . List of England national rugby union players is a list of people who have played for the England national rugby union team. Josh Bassett (Wasps, uncapped) Paul Hill (Northampton Saints, 5 caps) The Black Caps edged past . A Great Britain and Wales international winger, he . Rugby Football Union England team to face Canada on 10 July 2021. England sign off on 2021 in style as they outfox and outfight 2019 Rugby World Cup final conquerors South Africa in front of a rapturous Twickenham crowd. Those selected have performed very well in the Allianz Premier 15s and deserve their opportunity. Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. Simon Middleton has named his final squad as England head coach . 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The Guinness Six Nations for us is all about raising the standards in terms of the way we prepare, tactically and physically how we play the game, and the way we come together off the field, he said when announcing his squad. "Both are an integral part of our strategy and leadership group and in my opinion, have great coaching potential in terms of their knowledge and their delivery. The new boss spent seven years as predecessor Eddie Jones' right-hand man for both Japan and England before becoming director of rugby at Leicester Tigers. England team to face Canada on 10 July 2021. Curry takes over from the injured Courtney Lawes, while Joe Marchant has returned to the side on the left wing after completing COVID-19 isolation protocols. I think its an asset of ours., The latest rugby union news and analysis, plus all the week's action reviewed. Replacements: Jamie Blamire, Beno Obano, Trevor Davison, Ted Hill, Ben Curry, Lewis Ludlam, Dan Robson, Jacob Umaga. Falcons wideout Radwan takes Malinss vacant spot on the wing, while Leicesters Kelly is in for Ollie Lawrence at centre and Quins No 8 Dombrandt takes Callum Chicks spot at No.8. The 23-year-old back row becomes the Since being edged by Scotland in round one, England have built with solid wins . Lewis Ludlam (Northampton Saints, 8 caps) Fixtures & Results. He prefers to keep a low profile, which could make some aspects of . Charlie Ewels (Bath Rugby, 21 caps) 6. Ellis Genge (Leicester Tigers, 28 caps)