Chris Robshaw named as England rugby captain for QBE Tests as Stuart ...

The decision is no surprise as the 27-year-old 2011/12 Premiership player of

the year is the sort of understated but relentlessly reliable and efficient

operator the coach admires.

Despite being criticised as “not a natural open side”, Robshaw regularly tops

the Premiership rankings for turnovers and tackles and has earned his place

in the team on merit.

However, with several other new faces likely to feature in the Twickenham

tests, beginning against the Wallabies on Nov. 3, Lancaster was always

likely to keep other disruptions to a minimum and keep faith with a man he

respects highly.

“Every time you pull on that white shirt it’s a privilege,” added Robshaw.

“It’s a huge honour to be named captain and to lead your country. But I’ve

always said it’s not about who you are but what you do and I’ve got to make

sure that I perform as a player first.

“We have some good leaders across the squad and I know we will support each

other as we head into a massive game against Australia.”

Wood, who was the frontrunner to be Lancaster’s captain two years ago before a

foot injury ruled him out of action for months, is expected to be picked as

blindside flanker. (Edited by Alan Tyers)

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Chris Robshaw named as England rugby captain for QBE Tests as Stuart ...