England A head coach Lee Blackett has named a 25-man squad for their upcoming match against Ireland A, set to take place on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol. The game kicks off at 1:00 PM GMT and will be available to watch live for free on RugbyPass TV.
Leicester Tigers scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet, who has 16 senior England caps, will lead the team as captain, with Northampton Saints’ Curtis Langdon (2 caps) taking on the role of vice-captain. The squad also features three other players with international experience: Ollie Hassell-Collins (Leicester Tigers, 2 caps) and Tom Pearson (Northampton Saints, 1 cap).
Injury concerns have impacted selection, with Bath Rugby’s Orlando Bailey missing out as he continues his recovery from a recent knock sustained in the Premiership Rugby Cup against Bristol Bears.
Fans looking to attend the match can purchase tickets starting at £20 for adults and £5 for children, with family packages available from £45.
This highly anticipated fixture provides a platform for rising talents to prove themselves on the international stage, offering England valuable squad depth ahead of future senior team selections.
