Northampton Saints forward Henry Pollock admits he'd boo himself, embracing his role as a pantomime villain. The 21-year-old, who debuted for England last year and was a Lions selection, told Sky Sports he wants a leadership role within two years. He thrives on aggression and getting under opponents' skin.

Pollock's meteoric 2025 saw him play for England U20s and the senior side in the same Test window, scoring on debut against Wales. His strong form earned a British and Irish Lions tour spot and a place in all four Autumn Tests. He now aims to channel his infectious energy into guiding Steve Borthwick's squad.

The Six Nations 2026 kicks off for England against Wales at Twickenham on February 7. Pollock is excited for the full tournament experience, calling the HQ 'magic.' He uses loud pre-game speeches to hype teammates, believing his individual celebrations help grow rugby's appeal by making players more relatable to fans.