TNT Sports has released a fresh angle of the scuffle that broke out late in England’s autumn Test against Australia, putting Ellis Genge at the centre of attention.
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The clash began when Genge’s shoulder made contact with Wallabies prop Allan Alaalatoa, igniting a fracas that drew in nearly all 30 players on the pitch.
Shortly after, England’s Henry Pollock received a yellow card for an infringement near the line in the penultimate passage of play.
The match itself was defined by the pace and power of England’s back-row duo, Ben Earl and Henry Pollock.
Their tries helped the home side edge Australia, with the bench ultimately swinging an otherwise messy opening autumn Test in England’s favour.
Fans were quick to react to the footage online, praising Genge’s unflinching approach:
“Love him…. Lead the way EG!!”
“As Austin said on coms… ‘let them fight’ 👏”
“Can’t take the Bristolian out of the boy 💪💪💪💪”
“‘I’ll take you all on’ – legend”
“Teams are always better when they have a lad like Genge.”
“Baby Rhino 🦏 taking them all on !!! Yes @ellisgenge 😍”
The incident has sparked conversation about the intensity and physicality of international rugby, with supporters celebrating Genge’s readiness to stand his ground. One fan summed it up neatly: “Keeping it real and standing his ground. It’s rugby, not football. One of the best in the world.”
Regardless of the scuffle, the match ended with England coming out on top, demonstrating that sometimes it’s the fearless players like Genge who set the tone for a team.
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#1 Sam Underhill → Replacement: Henry Pollock
A defensive workhorse whose energy and grit are unquestionable, Underhill’s eagerness cost England at a key moment, allowing Rob Valetini through a gap. While he redeemed himself with a crucial turnover, the emergence of Henry Pollock – who combines pace, power, and scoring threat – makes Underhill the natural candidate to make way.
Planet Rugby 6/10: “Didn’t put a foot wrong in a gritty effort. Just rolled up his sleeves and went looking for work.”
Mail Online 6.5/10: “Won England the penalty from which Ford gave them the lead with trademark breakdown work and nice link play to Ben Earl who scored. Bloodied from battle.”
Rugby Pass 7/10:
“On Roebuck’s shoulder to put Earl in for the opening try of the match. Defensively resolute as ever, but his eagerness did result in letting Rob Valetini coast through a gap at one stage. He made amends a few phases later with a penalty won in his own 22, clasping onto the ball despite an Australian’s attempt to clear him out.”
Telegraph 6/10: “Left bloodied but exacted his revenge with some crunching hits. However, the balance of the back row never felt quite right.”
Replacement – Henry Pollock
Rugby Pass 8.5/10:
“Who else to score England’s second try? Pollock loves the big stage, and he came up with the goods when England were in a bit of a rut in the second half. Produced some strong carries in his second England appearance, showing he is a handy option at No.8, and even added a penalty over the ball in Australia’s 22. Made a strong case to start, although he was yellow-carded at the death.”
Guardian:
“Pollock, still only 20, looks destined to score plenty more tries on this famous old stretch of grass and clearly relishes the big occasion.”
RUCK:
“Back in England colours with bright blonde hair and big impact. Scored his third Test try after recovering from a tap tackle and dotting down with style. Energetic and effective in defence too.”
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