Eddie Jones has confirmed that powerhouse centre Manu Tuilagi is out of this weekend’s match against Wales.
The centre was due to start his first game for England since tearing his hamstring in the 27-26 victory against South Africa in November.
However after being named in the starting XV, it was confirmed that Tuilagi had suffered a low-grade hamstring injury in the same leg.
Versatile Harlequins centre Joe Marchant has been recalled and will train with the squad tomorrow ahead of Saturday's Six Nations clash.
Jones confirmed he will reveal an updated team will be confirmed on match day.
When is England v Wales?
Saturday, February 26.
What time is kick-off?
4.45pm GMT.
What TV channel is England v Wales on?
ITV.
Who is the referee?
- Referee: Mike Adamson (SRU)
- Assistant Referee 1: Mathieu Raynal (FFR)
- Assistant Referee 2: Frank Murphy (IRFU)
- TMO: Brian MacNeice (IRFU)
Are there any fan parks?!
Sporting events company, has launched its first London rugby ‘fan park’ bringing rugby fans together safely to enjoy the historic Six Nations tournament.
Predicted score:
England 18-12 Wales
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Below, we look at five other rugby stars who transformed their bodies to get themselves into top condition.
#1. David Pocock
The Wallabies legend started out as an skinny 78kg teen who worked day in and day out to transform himself, with his size and strength came at a cost, Pocock told Australian Story.
#2. Luther Burrell
The centre missed out on Eddie Jones’ first squad for the Six Nations Grand Slam triumph in 2016 with the Aussie labelling him “grossly overweight”.
He revealed his incredible body transformation online yesterday saying in the caption…
‘Putting a picture up like this for me was very challenging and potentially very embarrassing. It can sometimes put you in a vulnerable position…. So I seriously can’t thank everyone enough for contacting me, showing interest in my continued journey and also being kind I’m still smashing through messages, so please bare with me if I haven’t yet got back to you. •’
#3. Matt Dunning
When he was a prop for the Wallabies Matt Dunning weighed 130kg and was constantly mocked for his tubby frame.
But since retiring from rugby union the 35-year-old has lost a staggering 40kg, dropping from 25 per cent body fat to just 11 per cent in six months.
He looks amazing.
#4. Sam Underhill
#5 Vicky Fleetwood
England flanker/hooker Fleetwood was always a fitness freak, but during lockdown she has taken it to another level. She's been documenting her journey, sharing training routines and recipe ideas on her Instagram along the way.
