Overview

• Jamie George, 34, will earn his 100th England cap this Sunday against Italy in the Six Nations tournament.
• George lost the England captaincy to Maro Itoje earlier this year, a decision delivered by head coach Steve Borthwick in a direct conversation.
• Initially hurt and questioning his future, George found support from family, teammates, and Saracens director Mark McCall, helping him refocus on his rugby ambitions.
• George cites England cricketer Joe Root's resurgence after stepping down as Test captain as inspiration for his own approach to playing without the leadership role.
• Despite his reduced role, George remains determined to contribute to England's success and has set goals to compete in the 2027 World Cup and a potential British and Irish Lions tour.