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Hendy adding beef to England chances

nBy ADAM HATHAWAY Solid performer: George Hendy scoring for Saints PICTURE: Getty Images GEORGE Hendy revealed he put on a few kilos in the summer and is hoping that adds weight to his chances of an England call-up. The Northampton…

By Adam Hathaway · The Rugby Paper

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 3:59 AM

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Northampton Saints back George Hendy added weight over the summer to boost his England national team prospects.
Hendy currently weighs 100kg, an increase of four kilograms compared to his weight last season.
England head coach Steve Borthwick is scheduled to name a training squad for the November Nations Championship fixtures.

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Northampton Saints back three player George Hendy has added extra weight over the summer to strengthen his chances of earning an England selection. The 24-year-old now weighs 100kg, which is four kilograms heavier than his weight during the previous campaign.

National head coach Steve Borthwick is scheduled to announce a training squad ahead of the upcoming November Nations Championship fixtures. Hendy has impressed in recent weeks, placing himself in contention among a competitive group of wing and fullback options.

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