England head coach Steve Borthwick faces significant constraints in assembling his squad for the upcoming 2024 Six Nations, commencing in February.
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The team’s selection pool is restricted as several key players have retired, others like Owen Farrell are on hiatus, and Tom Curry is sidelined for the entire season due to a hip injury. Furthermore, a considerable portion of the squad is currently engaged in playing opportunities within the Top 14.
Notably, Henry Arundell, despite his affiliation with Racing 92, has been granted special dispensation to represent England during the 2024 Six Nations. This exception arises from the dissolution of London Irish last summer.
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England’s unavailable XV:
15. Jack Nowell (La Rochelle)
Unavailable due to playing overseas.
14. Jonny May (Gloucester)
13. Joe Marchant (Stade Francais)
Unavailable due to playing overseas.
12. Owen Farrell (Saracens)
arrell, the captain of the England rugby team, has opted for a hiatus from international rugby to focus on the mental well-being of himself and his family. Consequently, he will be unavailable for the 2024 Six Nations selection.
Nevertheless, Farrell will maintain his role as a player for Saracens and continue to lead the club as its captain.
The captain of the England rugby team faced significant challenges throughout the Rugby World Cup. Fans from both England and opposing nations directed intense hostility toward the fly-half in every match he played.
The situation escalated to the point where Farrell would receive loud boos whenever he was featured on the big screen or when his name was announced.
The situation escalated to the point where Farrell would receive loud boos whenever he was featured on the big screen or when his name was announced.
“It is with typical courage that Owen has made this decision to open up in this manner. Together with all of us at England Rugby, I will do everything I can to ensure that he has the support he requires going forward.”
11. Christian Wade (Racing 92)
Unavailable due to playing overseas.