England Elite
The England Elite squad is the pinnacle of English rugby. Experienced Saxons coach Stuart Lancaster has put his stamp on the squad opening the gates to an influx of young talent ahead of the 2012 RBS 6 Nations.
With the likes of Toby Flood, Matt Stevens and Dylan Hartley now considered the squad's senior players its and exciting and unpredictable time to be following England Rugby.
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Becoming only the second England player to score four tries in a Championship match and the first for 97 years hangs lightly on the shoulders of Chris Ashton, who achieved the spectacular feat during the 59-13 win over Italy in mid February last year.
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Missing only one of England’s past 26 Tests reflects the impact that Dan Cole has made since his debut in the victory over Wales at Twickenham in the opening match of the 2010 RBS 6 Nations Championship. A greater triumph followed in the 21-20 defeat of Australia at Sydney that June when he resolutely completed a formidable performance despite suffering a cut and badly swollen left eye.
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It has taken Owen Farrell precious little time to impress with his game management and goal-kicking prowess for Saracens in the Aviva Premiership and in European competition. Four years ago, he became the youngest player at the time to make his debut in the professional game.
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