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Fin Baxter got his first England cap from Joe Marler, the video is brilliant

Harlequins prop Fin Baxter is set to make his first England start against New Zealand at Eden Park on Saturday.

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Last weekend, Baxter received his first England cap from his Harlequins teammate and mentor.

One fan wrote: “Special player giving it to another special player. As a Safa who played hooker, love the love the front row gives to each other.”

Another said: “This honestly feels like a passing of a torch moment, them both being looseheads, getting their first caps at 22 and coming from harlequins makes it so much better.”

A third commented: “He looks young but he is an absolute unit. Look up Ethan De Groot’s size, to compete with him takes size.”

American website ranks the 100 best rugby players in the world, Owen Farrell 32nd

England’s rugby players are making waves across the international rankings, demonstrating their diverse talents across the field. Despite the absence of Maro Itoje, several English stars have earned their places.

Alex Mitchell, a skilled scrumhalf, ranks 96th, showcasing his tactical acumen. George Furbank, versatile in multiple backline roles, follows closely at 93rd. Marcus Smith, a dynamic flyhalf, impresses at 82nd, while Immanuel Feyi-Waboso brings speed and skill at 81st.

In the forwards, Jamie George, known for his set-piece prowess, stands at 68th. Jack Willis, a formidable backrower with a knack for turnovers, holds the 49th spot, and Ben Earl, another versatile backrower, ranks 15th, highlighting England’s depth and strength across different positions.

Check out their full list here:

100. Uini Antonio – France – Prop

99. Dewi Lake – Wales – Hooker

98. UJ Seuteni – Samoa – Centre

97. Tom Wright – Australia – Fullback

96. Alex Mitchell – England – Scrumhalf

Alex Mitchell of England on the break during the Six Nations Match between England and Wales at Twickenham, London on 10 February 2024 (Photo: Tom Sandberg/PPAUK)

95. Jac Morgan – Wales – Backrow

94. Fletcher Newell – New Zealand

93. George Furbank – England – Utility Back

92. Duhan van der Merwe – Scotland – Winger

91. Zander Fagerson – Scotland – Prop

90. Louis Bielle-Biarrey – France – Winger

89. Julian Marchand – France – Hooker

88. Jack Conan – Ireland – Backrow

87. Michelle Lamaro – Italy – Backrow

86. Ronan Kelleher – Ireland – Hooker

85. Manie Libbok – South Africa – Flyhalf

84. Steven Kitshoff – South Africa – Prop

83. Rory Darge – Scotland – Backrow

82. Marcus Smith – England – Flyhalf

81. Immanuel Feyi-Waboso – England – Winger

80. Tommy Reffell – Wales – Backrow

79. Ben Tameifuna – Tonga – Prop

78. Charles Ollivon – France – Backrow

77. Paolo Garbisi – Italy – Flyhalf

76. Sevu Reece – New Zealand – Winger

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