The Latest Breaking News from Ellis Genge

Ellis Genge goes from “mad dog” to England captain as he takes role after Owen Farrell axe

The Bristol Bears prop will lead England out against France on Saturday in their fourth Six Nations fixture after fly-half Owen Farrell was controversially dropped by Steve Borthwick

Daily Mirror · Mar 9, 2023

Borthwick’s bold Smith pick comes because England are playing catchup

Outstanding fly-half gets chance to dazzle against France while ‘mad dog’ Ellis Genge will make for a fascinating captain

The Guardian - UK · Mar 9, 2023

‘Mad dog’ Ellis Genge backed to be ‘brilliant England skipper’

Genge has been entrusted with the leadership duties after Owen Farrell was demoted to the bench.

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

England fans react as Owen Farrell dropped by Steve Borthwick in huge Six Nations call

Steve Borthwick has stamped his authority on the England selection to face France, axing fly-half Owen Farrell in favour of Marcus Smith in what could be the start of a new era

Daily Mirror · Mar 9, 2023

Owen Farrell demotion not based on kicking as Marcus Smith takes fly-half mantle

For the first time since 2015, Farrell has been overlooked for the number 10 jersey.

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

Why Owen Farrell has been dropped for England vs France rugby in Six Nations

The England captain will start on the bench for England's biggest match of the Six Nations 2023 so far, with Marcus Smith taking the number ten shirt.

Manchester Evening News · Mar 9, 2023

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Evening Standard · Mar 9, 2023

England team confirmed as skipper Owen Farrell dropped for Six Nations clash with France

Marcus Smith has been recalled by Steve Borthwick for Saturday's clash at fly-half while Ellis Genge will lead out his side at Twickenham

Daily Mirror · Mar 9, 2023

England confirm Marcus Smith recall for France Six Nations clash as Owen Farrell dropped

Steve Borthwick aims for up-tempo game at Twickenham with major selection decision

Evening Standard · Mar 9, 2023

Steve Borthwick urges England’s Marcus Smith to hurt France with pace

Steve Borthwick believes Marcus Smith, who he has chosen ahead of Owen Farrell for Saturday’s Six Nations match against France, can help his side maintain a quick tempo

The Guardian - UK · Mar 9, 2023