
Pollock handed first start as England make changes
Henry Pollock is handed his first Test start as Steve Borthwick makes three changes to his starting XV for England’s Six Nations match against Ireland on Saturday.
WEDNESDAY, 18 FEBRUARY 2026, 11:23

Henry Pollock is handed his first Test start as Steve Borthwick makes three changes to his starting XV for England’s Six Nations match against Ireland on Saturday.

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