BY GEORGE HE'S READY

Captain Jamie is not fazed by Owen going

- ADAM HATHAWAY

JAMIE GEORGE revealed even the turmoil that engulfed his Saracens mate Owen Farrell could not put him off taking the England captaincy.

George was named last week by head coach Steve Borthwick to replace Farrell, who has temporarily left Test rugby. The hooker will lead the side in the Six Nations starting with Italy on February 3.

Farrell, whose move to Racing 92 next season was confirmed yesterday, took the step back for mental health reasons but that did not deter George from accepting the offer having seen the pressure his friend was placed under.