Ellis Genge
Preview: France vs. England - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Six Nations clash between France and England, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 14, 20:05
![England's Chandler Cunningham-South and Theo Dan celebrate after the match on February 2, 2024 England's Chandler Cunningham-South and Theo Dan celebrate after the match on February 2, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: England vs. Wales - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Six Nations clash between England and Wales, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 8, 21:27
![England's Jamie George pictured in October 2023 England's Jamie George pictured in October 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Jamie George to captain England at 2024 Six Nations
Saracens hooker Jamie George is named England's captain for the 2024 Six Nations in the absence of Owen Farrell, while Immanuel Feyi-Waboso earns a first call-up.
Jan 17, 10:41
![Bath's Zach Mercer pictured in January 2021 Bath's Zach Mercer pictured in January 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Bath Rugby vs. Bristol Bears - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Gallagher Premiership clash between Bath Rugby and Bristol Bears, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 16, 11:59
![Argentina's Facundo Isa and Marcos Kremer celebrate after the match on October 18, 2023 Argentina's Facundo Isa and Marcos Kremer celebrate after the match on October 18, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Argentina vs. England - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Rugby World Cup clash between Argentina and England, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 25, 22:58
![England's Tom Curry leaves the pitch as he is substituted off on October 21, 2023 England's Tom Curry leaves the pitch as he is substituted off on October 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Tom Curry, Marcus Smith start for England against Argentina
England head coach Steve Borthwick makes eight changes to his side for Friday's Rugby World Cup third-place playoff against Argentina, but Tom Curry keeps his place.
Oct 25, 15:14
![England's Manu Tuilagi scores their first try on October 15, 2023 England's Manu Tuilagi scores their first try on October 15, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: England vs. South Africa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Rugby World Cup clash between England and South Africa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 19, 23:30
![England's Freddie Steward pictured in October 2023 England's Freddie Steward pictured in October 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: England make three changes for South Africa semi-final
Freddie Steward replaces Marcus Smith at full-back as England make three changes for Saturday's Rugby World Cup semi-final against South Africa.
Oct 19, 12:32
![England's Owen Farrell prepares to kick penalty on October 7, 2023 England's Owen Farrell prepares to kick penalty on October 7, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Owen Farrell starts at 10 against Fiji, Marcus Smith at fullback
England captain Owen Farrell replaces George Ford at number 10 for Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarter-final with Fiji, while Marcus Smith starts at fullback.
Oct 13, 13:02
![Bristol Bears' Charles Piutau scores their second try on May 17, 2021 Bristol Bears' Charles Piutau scores their second try on May 17, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Bristol Bears vs. Leicester Tigers - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Gallagher Premiership clash between Bristol Bears and Leicester Tigers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 12, 12:11
![England's Lewis Ludlam during training on September 13, 2023 England's Lewis Ludlam during training on September 13, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: England vs. Japan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Rugby World Cup clash between England and Japan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 15, 22:27
![England's Lewis Ludlam during training on September 13, 2023 England's Lewis Ludlam during training on September 13, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Lewis Ludlam among three changes for England's clash with Japan
Lewis Ludlam replaces the suspended Tom Curry as England make three changes to their starting XV for Sunday's Rugby World Cup clash with Japan.
Sep 15, 17:52
![England's Freddie Steward and Max Malins look dejected after the match on August 26, 2023 England's Freddie Steward and Max Malins look dejected after the match on August 26, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: England vs. Argentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Rugby World Cup clash between England and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 8, 01:50
![England's Jonny May scores their second try on June 19, 2022 England's Jonny May scores their second try on June 19, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Jonny May called up to England's final World Cup squad
England head coach Steve Borthwick replaces Anthony Watson with Jonny May in his final 33-man squad for the upcoming Rugby World Cup.
Aug 27, 18:53
![England's Ollie Chessum looks dejected after Republic of Ireland's Mack Hansen scores their fourth try on August 19, 2023 England's Ollie Chessum looks dejected after Republic of Ireland's Mack Hansen scores their fourth try on August 19, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: England vs. Fiji - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between England and Fiji, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 24, 23:26
![Ireland's Johnny Sexton kicks a penalty to become the highest points scorer in Six Nations history on March 18, 2023 Ireland's Johnny Sexton kicks a penalty to become the highest points scorer in Six Nations history on March 18, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Ireland vs. England - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between Ireland and England, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 17, 23:08
![Owen Farrell pictured during England training in August 2023 Owen Farrell pictured during England training in August 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Owen Farrell left out of England squad for Ireland clash
England captain Owen Farrell is left out of Steve Borthwick's squad for Saturday's clash with Ireland as World Rugby appeals his rescinded red card against Wales.
Aug 17, 16:48
![Chris Robshaw in action for England in March 2016 Chris Robshaw in action for England in March 2016](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: England vs. Wales - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Rugby Test clash between England and Wales, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 11, 00:40
![England's Anthony Watson scores their first try against Wales on February 25, 2023 England's Anthony Watson scores their first try against Wales on February 25, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: England vs. France - prediction, team news, head to head
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Six Nations clash between England and France, including predictions, team news and their head-to-head record.
Mar 9, 15:32
![Scotland's Duhan van der Merwe before scoring their second try on February 4, 2023 Scotland's Duhan van der Merwe before scoring their second try on February 4, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Duhan van der Merwe magic helps Scotland to famous win over England
Duhan van der Merwe scores twice - including one of the all-time great Calcutta Cup tries - as Scotland beat England 29-23 at Twickenham in their Six Nations opener.
Feb 4, 18:30
![England head coach Eddie Jones before the match on June 19, 2022 England head coach Eddie Jones before the match on June 19, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
England lose out to 14-man Australia in first Test
England succumb to a disappointing 30-28 defeat at the hands of 14-man Australia in Saturday's first Test in Perth.
Jul 2, 13:16
![England manager Gareth Southgate celebrates after the match on June 13, 2021 England manager Gareth Southgate celebrates after the match on June 13, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Ellis Genge hails Gareth Southgate's "new generation" of man management
Leicester and England prop Ellis Genge paid tribute to Gareth Southgate's open managerial style.
Jul 9, 14:41
![England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019 England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Ellis Genge: 'Opponents are wasting time trying to provoke me'
The England prop is in line to captain his country against the USA.
Jun 30, 22:17
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Lewis Ludlow named England A skipper for Scotland A match
The Gloucester flanker will lead the team in the non-cap international.
Jun 25, 11:35
![England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019 England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Matt Proudfoot: 'England youngsters must be the best they can be'
Eddie Jones' men face Tests against the United States and Canada at Twickenham next month.
Jun 16, 14:49
![England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019 England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Eddie Jones happy for Ellis Genge to stay "on the wrong side of the tracks"
Eddie Jones has named a youth-packed provisional training squad containing 21 uncapped players.
Jun 12, 22:17
![England head coach Eddie Jones pictured during training on November 11, 2020 England head coach Eddie Jones pictured during training on November 11, 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Eddie Jones hails Marcus Smith's development
The 22-year-old has led Harlequins into the Gallagher Premiership play-offs.
Jun 2, 22:04
![Montpellier celebrate beating Leicester Tigers in the European Rugby Challenge Cup on May 21, 2021 Montpellier celebrate beating Leicester Tigers in the European Rugby Challenge Cup on May 21, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Montpellier edge past Leicester Tigers to win Challenge Cup
The Tigers were unable to join city neighbours Leicester City in winning silverware in the capital.
May 21, 22:27
![England head coach Eddie Jones pictured during training on November 11, 2020 England head coach Eddie Jones pictured during training on November 11, 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
England boss Eddie Jones to learn fate next week
Bill Sweeney must decide whether recent results represent permanent stagnation or a temporary slide that Eddie Jones is equipped to reverse.
Mar 22, 20:02
![England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019 England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Ellis Genge: 'Six Nations bubble has been difficult'
An extended period living under strict coronavirus safety protocols will end after Saturday's climax to the tournament against Ireland.
Mar 17, 22:18
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Social media companies under fire following Sonja McLaughlan abuse
Social media abuse followed Saturday's Guinness Six Nations game between Wales and England.
Mar 1, 15:45
![England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019 England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
England Rugby slams abuse directed towards its players
Ellis Genge revealed he had been sent death threats after the game.
Feb 28, 23:30
![Mako Vunipola pictured in February 2020 Mako Vunipola pictured in February 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
England's Mako Vunipola fit and available for Italy clash
Tighthead Kyle Sinckler will also be back after he sat out the Scotland defeat due to suspension.
Feb 10, 22:18
![Steve Borthwick pictured during an England training session on November 9, 2018 Steve Borthwick pictured during an England training session on November 9, 2018](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Leicester boss Steve Borthwick to miss Bath clash through self-isolation
Mike Ford will head up coaching operations at Welford Road.
Jan 2, 13:15
![Jamie George in action for England on February 10, 2019 Jamie George in action for England on February 10, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
England's Jamie George insists Autumn Nations Cup is not a "Mickey Mouse Cup"
The Saracens prop has barely trained this week due to a sore achilles and Ellis Genge takes his place at Twickenham.
Dec 5, 14:28
![England prop Joe Marler pictured in February 2020 England prop Joe Marler pictured in February 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Joe Marler in line for England comeback against Wales
The England prop served a 10-week ban after grabbing Alun Wyn Jones' testicles in the last meeting between the sides.
Nov 24, 22:20
![Bath's Beno Obano scores a try against Leicester Tigers on May 18, 2019 Bath's Beno Obano scores a try against Leicester Tigers on May 18, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Beno Obano to release documentary exploring race and class in rugby union
Beno Obano says he wants to expose the sport 'to more people by telling the stories of non-traditional rugby players'.
Nov 23, 15:12
![England head coach Eddie Jones pictured during training on November 11, 2020 England head coach Eddie Jones pictured during training on November 11, 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Eddie Jones aware of challenge Ireland will provide
England have beaten Italy and Georgia in their last two matches while Ireland have faced Wales and France.
Nov 15, 22:18
![England head coach Eddie Jones pictured during training on November 11, 2020 England head coach Eddie Jones pictured during training on November 11, 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Eddie Jones: 'England proved a point against Georgia'
Jamie George scored a hat-trick of tries in a one-sided win at Twickenham.
Nov 14, 19:45
![England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019 England's Ellis Genge pictured on February 2 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Ellis Genge calls for update of "outdated" rugby contracts
The England prop thinks the current deals on offer are inadequate in the modern game.
Oct 18, 22:17