Hooker feared international career could be overGeorge replaced by Maro Itoje on eve of Six NationsJamie George questioned whether he had an England future after being left hurt by Steve Borthwick’s decision to strip him of the captaincy on the eve of the Six Nations. George said he was blindsided by the England head coach but after receiving advice from his inner circle – including the Saracens director, Mark McCall, Owen Farrell, and his family – he has set his sights on a fourth World Cup, revealing the cricketer Joe Root is his inspiration.George was installed as captain for the 2023 Six Nations and despite a difficult run of results in his year in charge – England won five of their 12 Tests – he was a hugely popular leader, both within the squad and among supporters. Continue reading...
Jamie George, England's rugby union hooker, is set to earn his 100th cap on Sunday, a milestone reached despite the challenges of losing his captaincy to Maro Itoje ahead of the 2023 Six Nations. George, who led England for a year, was initially blindsided by the decision but has since drawn inspiration from cricketer Joe Root, who continued to excel after losing his Test captaincy. George, now a vice-captain, has returned from injury and is focused on contributing to future successes, including a potential fourth World Cup and Lions tour. He remains fully supportive of his successor, Maro Itoje.
