England not solely focused on Russell, says Itoje

Maro Itoje, the star lock forward for the England Rugby team, has dismissed suggestions that their upcoming clash with Scotland will solely be about containing the threat of fly-half Finn Russell.

Speaking to reporters ahead of the Six Nations match, Itoje emphasized the importance of England focusing on their own game plan and executing it effectively, rather than getting caught up in targeting individual players.

While Russell is undoubtedly a key player for Scotland and poses a significant threat with his playmaking abilities, Itoje believes that England’s success will come from their collective effort as a team.

He highlighted the need for England to maintain their defensive structure and to be disciplined in their decision-making on the field in order to nullify Russell’s impact.

Itoje acknowledged that Russell is a talented player who can create opportunities for his team, but stressed that England will not be fixated on stopping him alone.

Instead, Itoje expressed confidence in England’s ability to adapt to the challenges posed by Scotland and to impose their own style of play on the match.

With England looking to bounce back from a disappointing defeat to Wales in their previous Six Nations encounter, Itoje is eager to see his team deliver a strong performance against Scotland.

He emphasized the importance of England playing with intensity and aggression, while also maintaining composure and executing their game plan with precision.

As England prepares to face Scotland at Twickenham, Itoje’s words reflect the team’s determination to focus on their strengths and execute their game plan effectively, rather than getting distracted by individual matchups.