Henry Pollock secures his first begin for England as head coach Steve Borthwick implements three adjustments forward of Eire’s Six Nations go to to Twickenham on Saturday.
England’s 12-game profitable streak ends abruptly with a 31-20 loss to Scotland in Edinburgh final weekend. Borthwick responds with positional changes, benching Sam Underhill, Man Pepper, and Tom Roebuck.
Again Row Reshuffle and Key Shifts
Pollock slots in at quantity eight in a revamped again row. Ben Earl shifts to openside flanker, whereas Tom Curry enters at blindside. Tommy Freeman strikes to the wing, changing Roebuck, and Ollie Lawrence earns his first begin of the Six Nations at outdoors centre.
All seven of Pollock’s prior appearances come off the bench. This chance arises after England’s robust run derails at Murrayfield.
Henry Arundell holds his left-wing place regardless of avoiding suspension for 2 yellow playing cards in opposition to Scotland, leading to a 20-minute pink card.
Maro Itoje’s Milestone
Captain Maro Itoje reaches his a centesimal cap, becoming a member of 9 different England gamers to realize this feat. Borthwick praises the lock’s longevity: “To succeed in 100 caps for England is a exceptional achievement and speaks volumes about Maro’s consistency and professionalism over a few years. We’re all extremely pleased with what he has achieved, and I do know it will likely be a big day for him and his household.”
Bench Changes
Borthwick alters the backline reserves, bringing in Jack van Poortvliet and Marcus Smith for Ben Spencer and Fin Smith.
England Beginning XV (15-1)
Freddie Steward; Tommy Freeman, Ollie Lawrence, Fraser Dingwall, Henry Arundell; George Ford, Alex Mitchell; Henry Pollock, Ben Earl, Tom Curry; Ollie Chessum, Maro Itoje (capt); Joe Heyes, Le Cowan-Dickie, Ellis Genge
Replacements
Jamie George, Bevan Rodd, Trevor Davison, Alex Coles, Man Pepper, Sam Underhill, Jack van Poortvliet, Marcus Smith
Coach: Steve Borthwick
