England team to play Springboks 'LEAKED' with Henry Pollock left out
Rugby NewsTuesday, 30 June 2026 at 21:57
England's wing selections for Saturday's Nations Championship clash with South Africa have reportedly been leaked.
, Cadan Murley and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso are set to start at Ellis Park, with teenage sensation Noah Caluori missing out on a Test debut.
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Caluori forced to wait
The Telegraph reports that Caluori was under serious consideration after a superb breakthrough season with Saracens.
The 19-year-old scored 18 tries in his first season of professional rugby. He also impressed with his pace, finishing and ability under the high ball.
Despite that, England look set to back Murley.
The Harlequins winger caught the eye in England's uncapped match against a France XV in Vannes earlier this month. He also started England's final two Six Nations matches against Italy and France.
Feyi-Waboso back
Feyi-Waboso is also expected to return after injury.
The Exeter flyer has not played for England since last November's win over Argentina.
RUCK also understands that Henry Pollock will be used as an impact replacement.
The Northampton flanker is expected to start on the bench before being unleashed later in the game.
POLL:
Predicted England XV
15. George Furbank
14. Immanuel Feyi-Waboso
13. Tommy Freeman
14. Immanuel Feyi-Waboso
13. Tommy Freeman
12. Max Ojomoh
11. Cadan Murley
10. Fin Smith
9. Alex Mitchell
11. Cadan Murley
10. Fin Smith
9. Alex Mitchell
1. Ellis Genge
2. Jamie George
3. Joe Heyes
4. Alex Coles
5. George Martin
6. Ollie Chessum
7. Tom Curry
8. Ben Earl
2. Jamie George
3. Joe Heyes
4. Alex Coles
5. George Martin
6. Ollie Chessum
7. Tom Curry
8. Ben Earl
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