England 'incredibly happy' to rest Itoje for Boks
Summary
England’s rugby team has decided to rest their captain Maro Itoje for their upcoming matches against South Africa, Fiji, and Argentina. The team wants to give Itoje a break because he has played more than the recommended number of games this season. England’s assistant coach Richard Wigglesworth supports the decision and believes Itoje will return refreshed.Key Facts
- Maro Itoje will not play in England’s matches versus South Africa (July 4), Fiji, and Argentina.
- Itoje has played more than the recommended 30 matches in the current and previous season.
- Itoje captained the British and Irish Lions in 2024 and will lead England in the Rugby World Cup next year.
- Assistant coach Richard Wigglesworth, who played with Itoje before, said resting him is the right decision.
- New players like George Martin, Alex Coles, Ollie Chessum, Charlie Ewels, and Arthur Clark are included in the squad.
- England faces a tough schedule in the Nations Championship, playing six northern and six southern hemisphere teams.
- The team will travel as a group and is adapting plans due to recent Premiership playoffs.
- South Africa’s coach Rassie Erasmus said England’s style is hard to predict and noted some English staff have joined South Africa’s team recently.
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