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Furbank Back, Fisilau Debuts in England's Bold Six Nations Squad
23 Jan
Summary
- George Furbank returns to England's squad despite recent injury issues.
- Greg Fisilau is one of three uncapped players named for the Six Nations.
- Several key players are sidelined with injuries, impacting squad depth.
George Furbank has been named in England's 36-man squad for the upcoming Guinness Six Nations, signaling his return from injury. Despite recent calf and arm issues limiting his club appearances, Furbank, who was England's first-choice full-back, is included. Uncapped Exeter back-row Greg Fisilau is also a notable inclusion, rewarded for his club form. He will compete for the number eight position.
Props Billy Sela and Emmanuel Iyogun are the other uncapped players selected. Sela fills a gap left by Will Stuart and Asher Opoku-Fordjour, both out for the tournament with Achilles and shoulder injuries respectively. Iyogun provides cover for Fin Baxter, who is recovering from a foot injury.
Several other players, including Ollie Lawrence and Fin Smith, are also nursing injuries and will undergo rehabilitation during the pre-tournament camp. Head coach Steve Borthwick highlighted the squad's balance of experience and potential, emphasizing the need for quick cohesion and thorough preparation to succeed in the fine margins of the Six Nations. The team's first fixture is against Wales on February 7.
