England head coach Steve Borthwick names seven uncapped players in his Six Nations squad, as he leaves out experienced duo Kyle Sinckler and Billy Vunipola… and confirms Jamie George as captain

Kyle Sinckler and Billy Vunipola have been left out of the England squad for the Six Nations as Steve Borthwick named seven uncapped players as part of a major post-World Cup overhaul.

As predicted, Saracens hooker Jamie George has been named captain, but two of his fellow Red Rose pack are not included.

Sinckler will leave Bristol at the end of the season to join Toulon and he is not one of the three tighthead props in the 36-player group, while younger brother Vunipola is also absent amid speculation he is could join Suntory Sungoliath. Japan after this season. There are only 17 survivors of the 34 players who appeared at the World Cup.

Borthwick has rewarded form and promoted youth. Exeter wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has been selected after the Cardiff-born rookie told Wales he wanted to represent England.

His Chiefs teammate, New Zealand’s Ethan Roots, has also made the cut in the back-row contingent, but Alfie Barbeary and Greg Fisilau have missed out as they face the threat of being left out for dangerous tackles last weekend .

English propagandist Kyle Sinckler has not made it as he is set to make a summer move to France

Billy Vunipola was also left out after failing to impress at the World Cup last year

Seven uncapped players have been called up, including exciting winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso

Along with Feyi-Waboso and Roots, the other uncapped call-ups are Harlequins flanker Chandler Cunningham-South and his clubmate Oscar Beard, Fin Smith and Fraser Dingwall from Northampton, and Tom Roebuck from Sale.

There are several men who have played their way back into the side thanks to their excellent club performances, including Henry Slade, George Furbank and Ben Spencer – one of the three scrum halves mentioned, while Leicester’s Jack van Poortvliet is still in rehab. mode.

Others listed as unavailable include Leicester striker George Martin – who will be out for a number of weeks due to a knee injury he sustained last Sunday, Manu Tuilagi, Anthony Watson and Raffi Quirke. Bath’s giant wing, Joe Cokanasiga, who has been overlooked despite a string of impressive performances for the West Country club.

Borthwick said: ‘Building on the foundations of what the England team achieved at the Rugby World Cup, I have selected a squad that offers strong continuity and experience, whilst offering the opportunity to showcase the talent of a number of new and emerging players to develop. less experienced players.

‘I would especially like to congratulate the new faces getting their first chance in an England squad, and I’m really looking forward to seeing how that young talent can play an important role in ensuring England continues to develop our game and move forward go.

Jamie George will captain England in the absence of Owen Farrell, who is taking a break from international rugby

‘The Six Nations is a hugely entertaining and hugely competitive competition. This year will be no different and as we prepare for the challenge that awaits us against Italy in Rome, this squad will come together for a training camp in Girona next week.”

Speaking about his choice of George as captain, Borthwick added: “When I asked Jamie to be captain for this upcoming series, I could sense his excitement and pride at being asked to lead his country. I’m glad he accepted the role.

“Jamie has been a respected leader in this group for a number of years. With 85 England caps to his name, he is a quietly influential character with excellent tactical insight and who sets high standards while building strong relationships with those around him. This, together with his previous experience as captain of Saracens and the British & Irish Lions, means he is well placed to lead the team.”

Speaking about the honour, which came after his close friend Owen Farrell retired from Test rugby, George said: ‘Last week Steve asked me to captain the upcoming Six Nations and I accepted with great gratitude and enthusiasm. I enjoy playing rugby for England. I hope everyone has seen how much it means to me, I have never shied away from that.

“I’m so excited about where this team can go and taking the fans along on that journey is something I care deeply about. I believe I am at the stage of my career where I can give everything as captain and give my best on the pitch.

‘I do not underestimate the challenge ahead. Owen is a fantastic motivator and tactician, and we will undoubtedly miss his leadership. But I have brilliant people around me, many of whom have won major tournaments, and capitalizing on the great experience we have in the group will be crucial.

“The squad is in a great place to build on some very strong performances at the Rugby World Cup and I look forward to getting started and welcoming some new faces to camp.”