4. Ollie Hassell-Collins<\/p>\n
On paper,\u00a0Ollie Hassell-Collins\u00a0ticks boxes.<\/p>\n
Size. Power. Finishing ability.<\/p>\n
Yet despite strong club form, he\u2019s remained stuck on two caps with little indication he\u2019s climbing back into contention.<\/p>\n
Wing is one of the most unforgiving positions in Test rugby. Once a hierarchy forms, it\u2019s difficult to break back in \u2014 especially when coaches appear to have stylistic preferences locked in.<\/p>\n
The longer Hassell-Collins remains outside the squad, the clearer the message becomes.<\/p>\n
Sometimes absence says everything.<\/p>\n
5. Owen Farrell<\/p>\n
This is the headline name.<\/p>\n
Owen Farrell\u00a0has been a central figure of the Borthwick era \u2014 but the current trajectory suggests his international future may lie elsewhere.<\/p>\n
While the England boss has publicly insisted the \u201cdoor is open,\u201d actions speak louder than words. Farrell hasn\u2019t featured in recent squads, and England are clearly building a new leadership spine without him.<\/p>\n
With younger options being handed responsibility at 10 and 12, and with continuity now crucial ahead of 2027, it\u2019s increasingly difficult to see where Farrell fits into the long-term structure.<\/p>\n
Never say never in Test rugby.<\/p>\n
But unless injuries force a rethink, this England team appears to be moving on.<\/p>\n
Quiz: Can you all of the Guinness Six Nations winning captains?<\/p>\n
In the storied history of Rugby\u2019s Greatest Championship, exceptional leaders have emerged\u2014warriors of various forms, be they agile half-backs, towering second rows, or fearless flankers.<\/p>\n
Our latest quiz invites you to identify those who have captained their nations to Guinness Six Nations glory. It\u2019s worth noting that in certain instances, there may be multiple captains from the same year due to factors such as injuries and rotation.<\/p>\n
Surnames only will be accepted.<\/p>\n
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