Feyi-Waboso to start 2026 Guinness Six Nations opener
Published on: 02/02/2026
Exeter Chiefs winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has been selected to start England's 2026 Guinness Six Nations opener against Wales.
England men's head coach Steve Borthwick's side will kick off their campaign at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham on Saturday, 7 February at 16:40 live on ITV 1.
Jamie George captains the side from hooker while Feyi-Waboso is joined on the wing by Bath Rugby speedster Henry Arundell as Freddie Steward completes the back three at full-back.
Borthwick said: "England versus Wales is always a special occasion in the rugby calendar. It's a fierce rivalry with a long history, and one that brings a huge challenge every time we meet.
"We're excited to get the Championship underway at a packed-out Allianz Stadium. The support we receive at home is outstanding and always gives the players a huge lift."
Feyi-Waboso could potentially come up against club teammate Dafydd Jenkins, who is part of Wales' tournament squad with the Welsh due to announce their squad later this week.
England:
15 Freddie Steward
14 Immanuel Feyi-Waboso
13 Tommy Freeman
12 Fraser Dingwall
11 Henry Arundell
10 George Ford
9 Alex Mitchell
1 Ellis Genge
2 Jamie George (c)
3 Joe Heyes
4 Alex Coles
5 Ollie Chessum
6 Guy Pepper
7 Sam Underhill
8 Ben Earl
Replacements:
16 Luke Cowan-Dickie
17 Bevan Rodd
18 Trevor Davison
19 Maro Itoje
20 Tom Curry
21 Henry Pollock
22 Ben Spencer
23 Marcus Smith
Written By:
Exeter Chiefs Rugby Club
