Furbank to face Boks in first start in nearly two years
George Furbank will make his first England appearance in nearly two years in Saturday's Nations Championship opener against South Africa in Johannesburg.
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Notable Quotes
"Playing South Africa at Ellis Park is one of the great Tests in world rugby and an opportunity we're excited to embrace."
— Steve Borthwick , Athlete
"Cheslin Kolbe has probably been the standout winger since that 2019 World Cup to be honest."
— Cadan Murley , Athlete
"Playing the champs in their own back yard - it's a massive challenge but an exciting one."
— Cadan Murley , Athlete
Key People
Cadan Murley is a professional rugby player known for his performance as a winger.
Cheslin Kolbe is a rugby player who plays for South Africa and is known for his speed and agility.
George Furbank is an English rugby player making his return to the national team.
Steve Borthwick is the head coach of the England national rugby team.
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George Furbank will make his first England appearance in nearly two years in Saturday's Nations Championship opener against South Africa in Johannesburg.
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