Who is in the England 2024 Six Nations squad?
England may well look to ring the changes following their disappointing loss to Scotland at Murrayfield in the Six Nations.
That process could well involve a recall for Marcus Smith, absent from the tournament thus far with a claf problem. Steve Borthwick has also given a spoitive update on the fitness of scrum-half Alex Mitchell, who could return for the final game against France.
Ollie Lawrence and Danny Care returned to England’s starting XV for the Calcutta Cup clash.
Who is in the England Six Nations squad?
Telegraph Sport columnist Will Greenwood has offered analysis of each player selected
Forwards
Ollie Chessum (Leicester Tigers, 18 caps)
Dan Cole (Leicester Tigers, 107 caps)
Alex Coles (Northampton Saints, 3 caps)
Luke Cowan-Dickie (Sale Sharks, 41 caps)
Chandler Cunningham-South (Harlequins, uncapped)
Ben Curry (Sale Sharks, 5 caps)
Theo Dan (Saracens, 7 caps)
Alex Dombrandt (Harlequins, 15 caps)
Ben Earl (Saracens, 25 caps)
Ellis Genge (Bristol Bears, 58 caps)
Jamie George (Saracens, 85 caps) – captain
Joe Heyes (Leicester Tigers, 7 caps)
Maro Itoje (Saracens, 76 caps)
Joe Marler (Harlequins, 88 caps)
Beno Obano (Bath Rugby, 3 caps)
Ethan Roots (Exeter Chiefs, uncapped)
Will Stuart (Bath Rugby, 33 caps)
Sam Underhill (Bath Rugby, 30 caps)
Added: Charlie Ewels (Bath Rugby, 30 caps)
Backs
Danny Care (Harlequins, 96 caps)
Elliot Daly (Saracens, 64 caps)
Fraser Dingwall (Northampton Saints, uncapped)
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso (Exeter Chiefs, uncapped)
George Ford (Sale Sharks, 91 caps)
Tommy Freeman (Northampton Saints, 3 caps)
George Furbank (Northampton Saints, 6 caps)
Ollie Lawrence (Bath Rugby, 21 caps)
Tom Roebuck (Sale Sharks, uncapped)
Henry Slade (Exeter Chiefs, 57 caps)
Fin Smith (Northampton Saints, uncapped)
Marcus Smith (Harlequins, 30 caps)*
Ben Spencer (Bath Rugby, 4 caps)
Freddie Steward (Leicester Tigers, 31 caps)
Manu Tuilgai (Sale Sharks, 59 caps)
Max Ojomoh (Bath, uncapped)
Harry Randall (Bristol, 2 caps)
Who is England captain?
In the absence of Owen Farrell, Borthwick has experienced hooker Jamie George as his captain for the Six Nations.
“When I asked Jamie to be captain for this forthcoming series, I could sense his excitement and pride at being asked to lead his country. I am delighted that he has accepted the role,” Borthwick said.
“Jamie has been a respected leader in this group for a number of years now. With 85 England caps to his name, he is a quietly influential character who has an excellent tactical understanding and who sets high standards, whilst building strong relationships with the people around him.
George, who has 85 international caps to his name, added: “I love playing rugby for England. I hope that everyone has seen how much it means to me, I have never shied away from that. I am so excited about where this team can go and bringing the fans on that journey with us is something that I care about deeply.”
How do I get tickets for matches?
You should consult each country’s individual union website for information about tickets to matches. Availability will vary greatly depending on which fixture you are hoping to get tickets for.
What are England’s Six Nations fixtures?
February 3 – Italy v England (Stadio Olympico)
February 10 – England v Wales (Twickenham)
February 24 – Scotland v England (Murrayfield)
March 9 – England v Ireland (Twickenham)
March 16 – France v England (Groupama Stadium, Lyon)
Who are the favourites to win the 2024 Six Nations?
Ireland to win: 1/20
Scotland to win: 22/1
England to win: 35/1
France to win: 250/1
Odds correct on February 27