England’s team name remains unchanged for the first time in four years when they face Wales at Twickenham on Saturday in the Six Nations.
Head coach Steve Borthwick retained the originally announced starting XV and substitutes to help his side beat Italy 27-24 in the first round, while prop Ellis Genge Genge) recovering from a foot injury.
Genge was left on the bench having been ruled out of the opener at the Stadio Olimpico on the morning of the game but is fit enough for the visit of Warren Gatland’s side. Beno Obano, who served as substitute in Genge’s absence, has now withdrawn from the match in Round 23. The last time England’s name remained unchanged was in the 2019 World Cup final against South Africa in Japan, led by Eddie Jones, where they lost 32-12.
Jamie George will lead the side against Twickenham for the first time since being appointed as Owen Farrell’s successor as captain. Five players made their debuts against Italy – Ethan Lutz, Fraser Dingwall, Chandler Cunningham-South, Finn Smith and Emmanuel Fahey. Waboso — and has a chance to stay in the draft.
Lutz was named Roma’s man of the match after a brilliant display on the flank, while Faye Vaboso will face the country of his birth for the first time, having declined to represent England.
quick guide
Six Nations 2024: England v Wales
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England
15 Freddie Stewart (Leicester City)
14 Tommy Freeman (Northampton)
13 Henry Slade (Exeter)
12 Fraser Dingwall (Northampton)
11 Elliot Daly (Saracens)
10 George Ford (for sale)
9 Alex Mitchell (Northampton)
1 Joe Marler (Harlequin)
2 Jamie George (Saracens)
3 Will Stewart (Bath)
4 Maro Itoye (Saracens)
5 Ollie Cheetham (Leicester City)
6 Ethan Lutz (Exeter)
7 Sam Underhill (Bath)
8 Ben Earl (Saracens)
Substitutes: 16 Theodan (Saracens) number 17 Ellis Genge (Bristol) 18 Dan Cole (Leicester City) 19 Alex Coles (Northampton) 20 Chandler Cunningham South(Harlequins) twenty one Danny Kyle (Harlequin) twenty two Finsmith (Northampton) twenty three Emmanuel Fay-Exit
wells
15 Cameron Wynnett (Cardiff)
14 Josh Adams (Cardiff)
13 George North (Osprey)
12 Nick Tompkins (Saracens)
11 Leo Dale (Dragon)
10 Ioan Lloyd (Scarlet)
9 Thomas Williams (Cardiff)
1 Gareth Thomas (Ospreys)
2 Elliot Dee (Dragons)
3 Kyron Asirati (Cardiff)
4 Dafydd Jenkins (Exeter)
5 Adam Beard (Osprey)
6 Alex Mann (Cardiff)
7 Tommy Reiffel (Leicester City)
8 Aaron Wainwright (Dragon)
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16 Ryan Elias (Scarlets) number 17 Corey Domachowski (Cardiff) 18 Archie Griffin (Bath) 19 Will Rowlands (Racing 92) 20 Tanner Basham (Dragon) twenty one Kieran Hardy (Scarlets) twenty two Cai Evans (Dragons) twenty three Mason Grady (Cardiff)
“It is both gratifying and important to start our Six Nations campaign in Rome with a victory,” Borthwick said. “However, we know there are areas for improvement in our game as we prepare for this Saturday’s game against a dynamic Wales side. With a new squad and some new opportunities, we try to Developing our game both offensively and defensively. These changes take time and I was pleased the players were able to adapt and adapt so quickly against Italy last weekend.
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“We are delighted to be back playing in front of a sold-out Twickenham Stadium this Saturday. Visits from Wales are always a fixture in creating a special atmosphere. I have no doubt this group of players are enjoying the challenge ahead of them and are looking forward to it Creating a very special experience for our supporters.”
