England vs Wales 2026 Six Nations | Maro Itoje BENCHED as Borthwick Makes Shock Call 😱

Описание: 🚨 SHOCK SELECTION CALL FROM STEVE BORTHWICK! 🚨
England have named their team for the 2026 Six Nations opener against Wales, and the biggest talking point is impossible to ignore — Maro Itoje has been benched 😱

With the historic England vs Wales rivalry renewed for the 144th time, Steve Borthwick has made a bold leadership and tactical call by handing the captaincy to Jamie George, while opting for a 6–2 bench split and holding Itoje back as an impact replacement.

🏉 In this video, we break down:
• Why Maro Itoje starts on the bench
• What Jamie George’s captaincy means for England
• The logic behind England’s 6/2 bench split
• How George Ford & Alex Mitchell will control the game
• Whether Tommy Freeman at centre is a masterstroke or a risk
• England’s strengths — and potential weaknesses — against Wales’ kicking game

🔥 England are widely seen as Six Nations title contenders in 2026, but with France looming large, there is zero margin for error. Is this selection a statement of intent… or a gamble that could backfire?

📍 Match Details
🗓️ Saturday, February 7
🏟️ Allianz Stadium, Twickenham
⏰ Kick-off: 16:40 GMT

👇 Get involved in the comments
Do you agree with Itoje being benched?
Is this England side strong enough to win the Six Nations?
Who’s your pick to be Player of the Match?

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