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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Latham-Coyle

Maro Itoje named new England captain ahead of Six Nations as squad revealed

Maro Itoje assumes the England captaincy in place of Saracens teammate Jamie George - (Getty Images)

Maro Itoje has been appointed England captain ahead of the Six Nations as Steve Borthwick makes a bold decision ahead of a vital tournament.

Itoje assumes the role of skipper from Saracens teammate Jamie George, who took the reins after the 2023 World Cup.

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