Head coach Steve Borthwick has named his England team to play All Blacks at Allianz Stadium on Saturday 15 November (kick-off 3.10pm, live on TNT Sports).
Maro Itoje is named as captain for England’s third fixture of the 2025 Quilter Nations Series, supported by Jamie George and George Ford as vice-captains.
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There are seven changes to the starting XV that beat Fiji 38-18 last weekend with Itoje, Ford, George, Freddie Steward, Tom Roebuck, Fin Baxter and Sam Underhill all coming into the lineup.
“I’m pleased with the progress we are making,” said Borthwick.
“Without doubt, New Zealand are one of the best teams in the world and facing them is always a special challenge.”
“Playing in front of a packed-out Allianz Stadium means a huge amount to the players. The support we’ve had throughout this series has been outstanding, and we want it loud again on Saturday.”
England round off their Quilter Nations Series campaign next weekend when they take on Argentina at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.
England team to play All Blacks
Saturday 15 November 2025
Allianz Stadium, Twickenham
Kick-off: 3.10pm
15. Freddie Steward (Leicester Tigers, 39 caps)
14. Tom Roebuck (Sale Sharks, 7 caps)
13. Ollie Lawrence (Bath Rugby, 36 caps)
12. Fraser Dingwall (Northampton Saints, 6 caps)
11. Immanuel Feyi-Waboso (Exeter Chiefs, 11 caps)
10. George Ford (Sale Sharks, 103 caps) – vice-captain
9. Alex Mitchell (Northampton Saints, 25 caps)
1. Fin Baxter (Harlequins, 16 caps)
2. Jamie George (Saracens, 104 caps) – vice-captain
3. Joe Heyes (Leicester Tigers, 16 caps)
4. Maro Itoje (Saracens, 95 caps) – captain
5. Alex Coles (Northampton Saints, 12 caps)
6. Guy Pepper (Bath Rugby, 5 caps)
7. Sam Underhill (Bath Rugby, 43 caps)
8. Ben Earl (Saracens, 44 caps)
Replacements:
16. Luke Cowan-Dickie (Sale Sharks, 51 caps)
17. Ellis Genge (Bristol Bears, 73 caps) – vice-captain
18. Will Stuart (Bath Rugby, 51 caps)
19. Chandler Cunningham-South (Harlequins, 19 caps)
20. Tom Curry (Sale Sharks, 63 caps)
21. Henry Pollock (Northampton Saints, 3 caps)
22. Ben Spencer (Bath Rugby, 12 caps)
23. Marcus Smith (Harlequins, 45 caps)
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?️ Madison Woan – The Caribbean beauty dating Freddie Steward
Blonde beauty Madison Woan, daughter of Nottingham Forest assistant manager Ian Woan, has been soaking up the sun in the Caribbean with her boyfriend,England rugby fullback Freddie Steward.
The stylish pair shared envy-inducing holiday snaps before the international season began, giving fans a glimpse of their romantic getaway.
She recently completed a trek across the Sahara with her mum to raise funds for the Rosie May Foundation — and you can still make a donation here.
Madison’s father, Ian Woan, is a former midfielder best known for his long spell at Nottingham Forest in the 1990s, where he made over 250 appearances under legendary boss Brian Clough.
After retiring, he forged a successful coaching career alongside Sean Dyche at Burnley and Everton before rejoining Forest as part of the Premier League club’s coaching team.
? Beth Dolling – Model girlfriend of Marcus Smith steals the spotlight
Model and singer Beth Dolling, 25, is the glamorous other half of England fly-half Marcus Smith — and she’s every inch the fashion icon.
Having worked with top brands like PrettyLittleThing, Beth often stuns her followers with chic snaps and behind-the-scenes glimpses into life with her rugby superstar boyfriend.
In one heartfelt post, she gushed: “Watching you do what you love makes me so proud.” The couple have been together since 2021 and are easily one of rugby’s most photogenic duos.
? Mimi Fall – Maro Itoje’s stunning model wife
England powerhouse Maro Itoje said “I do” this summer to his model partner Mimi Fall, after a romantic proposal during a trip to Nigeria and Ghana. Mimi has since shared breathtaking moments from their celebrations, giving fans a glimpse into their life together — a mix of love, style and global glamour.
? Megan Slade – Devon business boss and proud mum to Henry Slade’s kids
Henry Slade’s wife Megan is a true multitasker — a fashion entrepreneur, mum of two, and devoted rugby supporter. The couple, who married in 2022, share daughters Olive and Orli.
Megan also runs Olive & Bud, her own Devon-based children’s clothing brand, and frequently posts adorable match-day family moments on Instagram.
? Atdhetare Hoxha – The incredible refugee who found love with George Ford
Atdhetare Hoxha, wife of England fly-half George Ford, has one of the most inspiring backstories in the rugby world. Having fled war-torn Kosovo as a child, Atdhetare has built a life filled with love, strength, and resilience.
The couple married in 2022 and are proud parents to daughter Alarnia, born March 2024 — plus two adorable French Bulldogs. Atdhetare once shared: “I came here as a refugee aged four during the Kosovan War. Everything we had was taken in a heartbeat.”
Her courage and success make her one of the most empowering England WAGs of all.
? Katie George – The ambitious consultant married to vice-captain Jamie
England vice-captain Jamie George tied the knot with Katie George in December 2020, just before lockdown struck. The couple had an intimate ceremony with teammate Elliot Daly as best man.
Katie is a project manager at KS TWO Consulting and manages to balance career and family life effortlessly. Jamie once admitted: “She’s working nine to five while I’m just trying to keep busy.”
?? Chloe Rose – Cornish sweetheart of Luke Cowan-Dickie
Chloe Rose prefers to keep things private, but the partner of hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie has been by his side through thick and thin. The pair share a son, Arlo, born in 2020, with Luke proudly calling fatherhood his “world.”
She may not chase the spotlight, but Chloe is a constant figure of support, often spotted cheering from the sidelines.
? Gracie Hand – The low-key student dating Fin Smith
Young love! Fin Smith’s girlfriend Gracie Hand is a student who keeps her life low-key, but the England fly-half often posts adorable photos of the couple online. Fans can’t get enough of their down-to-earth romance as Fin rises through the rugby ranks.
? Ashleigh Inwood – Tommy Freeman’s long-time love
Tommy Freeman has been dating Ashleigh Inwood for more than five years, and the pair are clearly stronger than ever. The couple recently bought a home near Northampton, and Tommy marked their anniversary with a heartfelt tribute: “Forever grateful for your support.”
In a cheeky interview, he joked about his friendship with teammate Fin Smith: “Our girlfriends think we like each other more than them!”
❤️ England’s WAGs bring style, success and strength to the sidelines
From models and business owners to inspirational life stories, these women prove there’s more to rugby’s sidelines than just the game. As the Autumn Internationals heat up, expect these England rugby WAGs to bring just as much glamour as the players bring grit.
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- Jordie Barrett over Damian de Allende is far from being correct. The hype around Dupont is also overreaching, he's probably 4th in the world and has been since the 2023 WC. He also avoids certain matchups which is strange. The rest of the list is pretty good apart from minor subjective biases.JasonMarlow16-09-2026
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