Aggressive and combative English loosehead prop whose abrasive carrying style, set-piece reliability and Bristol Bears leadership have made him one of the most effective tightheads in the modern game.
Ellis Genge is England's combative loosehead prop, a Bristol-born powerhouse who has transformed his game from an aggressive set-piece specialist into one of England's most dynamic carrying forwards. His exceptional power around the fringes, combined with strong scrummaging, have made him England's first-choice loosehead. His outspoken personality and working-class background have also made him one of rugby's most engaging personalities.
Leading Leicester Tigers to the Premiership title as captain in 2022, their first championship in nine years.
How They Played
Genge is renowned for his explosive power in the scrum and exceptional mobility around the pitch for a prop forward. His ball-handling skills and ability to offload in contact make him a dynamic attacking threat, while his aggressive carrying style often breaks defensive lines.
Lasting Impact
Genge helped modernize the prop position by demonstrating how front-row forwards can contribute significantly to attacking play beyond traditional set-piece duties.
Career Honours
- Premiership Rugby Cup Winner 2019 (Leicester Tigers)
- Premiership Rugby Cup Winner 2022 (Leicester Tigers)
- Gallagher Premiership Champion 2022 (Leicester Tigers)
- British & Irish Lions Tour 2021 (South Africa)
- Six Nations Championship 2020 (England)
- Six Nations Championship 2023 (England)
| Club | Period | Apps | Tries | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leicester Tigers | 2019–2024 | — | 0 | #1 |
| Bristol Bears | 2016–2019 | 162 | — | #1 |
 England | — | 49 | 2 | — |