Jamie George set for England return as Steve Borthwick prepares to shake up the pack

George was left out of the initial squad for the Six Nations by former boss Eddie Jones, with the hooker yet to feature at international level in 2023

Jamie George is set to make his England return under new head coach Steve Borthwick as the former Saracens man prepares to name his first squad for the Six Nations.

George was one of the most notable absentees from Eddie Jones' final squad for the tournament, with the hooker having fallen down the pecking order under the Australian.

However, he is now set to be recalled by Borthwick, who is looking to make a number of changes to the team following a disappointing autumn campaign.

Borthwick is likely to make a number of changes to the pack, with George set to be one of the main beneficiaries

Borthwick is expected to make a number of changes to the pack, with George set to be one of the main beneficiaries.

The new head coach is a big admirer of George's set-piece skills and physicality, and he sees him as a key part of his plans for the Six Nations.

George is likely to start alongside Ellis Genge and Kyle Sinckler in the front row, with Borthwick also set to recall Maro Itoje to the second row.

George's return is a major boost for England, as he is one of the most experienced players in the squad

George's return is a major boost for England, as he is one of the most experienced players in the squad.

He has won 60 caps for his country and was part of the team that reached the final of the 2019 World Cup.

George's experience will be invaluable to Borthwick, who is looking to rebuild the team after a difficult few months.