England v Scotland Six Nations 2025: Ted Hill replaces injures George Martin on bench for Calcutta Cup
Lock George Martin was excluded from Saturday’s six national matches against Scotland, with Bath wing Ted Hill replacing him on the bench.
Martin, 23, started England beat France in the second round, But appointed as a replacement for Gregor Townsend – initially, head coach Steve Borthwick was on the way when Ollie Chessum entered the second row ) The only change made.
Although in Tuesday’s game day team England confirmed that Leicester Tigers’ Martin failed to overcome the reported knee problems against Les Blues.
The 25-year-old Indoor Bathroom Side Hill has made two appearances in England and has its final game against former U.S. coach Eddie Jones in 2021.
“I have been a TED admirer for a while,” England captain Maro Itoje told BBC Sport. “He is a great player, and reminds me of Superman, and his glasses are similar to his physics.
“I’m so happy for him, I know he’ll do a good job.”
Given that Hill was in the back row, Martin’s loss put pressure on the chess, which will start England in nearly a year as England has no expert locks on the bench – although Hill sometimes sometimes on the second time The competition played a role.
His final match in the second row was Buss’ victory over Gloucester in October, with England senior assistant coach Richard Wigglesworth saying he trained on Thursday “completely In that position”.
“George wasn’t exactly right this morning, so we made that decision,” Wigglesworth said.
“Ted is an incredible athlete, not only fast on the ground, but also fast in the air, queuing time.
“He will add; he has a series of super advantages over George Martin, but we hope he can bring the best power when he goes up.”
England has lost four of its last four games against Scotland and is looking to maintain its title, while Townsend’s side needs victory. Defeated by Ireland In the second round.
