Meet the England rugby team's WAGs including fitness trainer, war refugee and singer

The rugby world is set to hit refresh on Saturday as the Autumn Internationals kick off in full swing, with England hosting Australia at Twickenham. Head coach Steve Borthwick is keen to build on a highly promising summer tour of Argentina, with a few fresh faces poised to make their mark.

Teenage Saracens sensation Noah Caluori is one such name making waves recently as he prepares to make his international debut on the wing. Meanwhile, Harlequins flanker Jack Kenningham is also eyeing his first senior cap in the coming weeks. It's not just new players stepping into the limelight for the first time, as a slew of new wives and girlfriends join the England camp. Express Sport has put together a list of those names expected to be seen at Headquarters in the upcoming weeks.

Fin Smith and Gracie Hand

One of the new talents making significant strides under Borthwick is Northampton's Fin Smith, who is aiming to claim the No. 10 jersey this autumn. The Saints star is currently in a long-term relationship with Gracie Hand, who has been with the playmaker for approximately five years and is believed to be working at Selfridges in London.

Tommy Freeman and Ashleigh Inwood

A close friend to the aforementioned Smith both on and off the pitch, Northampton winger Tommy Freeman has been with partner Ashleigh Inwood for nearly the same amount of time. Like Smith and Hand, he and Inwood have been together since their late teens.

They currently reside together on the outskirts of Northampton. Stunning blonde Ashleigh possesses a master's degree in human resource management and is employed by Northamptonshire Police.

When questioned about his bromance with Smith, Freeman previously told Mail Online: "Our girlfriends haven't been happy about it because they think we like each other more than them!"

Maro and Mimi Itoje

British and Irish Lions captain Maro Itoje and Mimi, a model and artist, are another power couple contender for the Red Rose. The pair met during a modelling shoot, got engaged in 2024, and tied the knot a year later, looking every bit the iconic duo.

Ellis Genge and Meg

Bristol Bears star Ellis Genge isn't the most public of props, so it makes sense he's taken measures to shield partner Megan from the limelight. Despite this, supporters have caught glimpses of his long-term partner, whom he met at Hartpury College and now shares three children with, two sons and a daughter born in March 2025.

Marcus Smith and Beth Dolling

When it comes to power couples within the England squad, fly-half Marcus Smith and Beth Dolling could prove hard to surpass. Harlequins star Marcus might not have the strongest opportunity for starting positions currently, but he boasts a solid support system that features girlfriend Beth, a model and vocalist who is understood to have collaborated with PrettyLittleThing in the past.

Jack Kenningham and Poppy Daniel

Quins star Kenningham, one of the new additions to the squad chasing a first cap, also has reason to celebrate in his personal life with partner Poppy Daniel. Not much is known about Poppy, except that she is a Bristol University alumnus and has worked at The Beach at Bude hotel.

Cadan Murley and Claire Hunt

Harlequins' Cadan Murley is a force to be reckoned with on the pitch, but off it, Claire Hunt has taken up the challenge as his partner. Claire frequently shares snaps of their adventures together and updates followers on her home renovation projects.

Tom Roebuck and Katy McVitty

Maintaining fitness away from the pitch shouldn't prove too challenging for Sale winger Tom Roebuck, thanks to long-term partner Katy McVitty. Katy works as a fitness trainer and frequently shares content featuring the pair staying active, even during their holidays.

Freddie Steward and Madison Woan

If there were accolades for the most glamorous couple, former England Men's Player of the Year Freddie Steward and Madison Woan would be strong contenders. Madison boasts model-like looks, a masters degree from Manchester Metropolitan University, and works as a content creator for a fashion brand.

Luke Cowan-Dickie and Chloe Rose

One of the longest-standing couples on this list, Luke Cowan-Dickie and partner Chloe Rose are familiar faces to England fans and share a son, Arlo. Cowan-Dickie could earn his 50th cap against the Wallabies after overcoming serious injuries, while Chloe has had to come to terms with her beau's (now former) gaming addiction.

George Ford and Atdhetare Hoxha

One of the most solid partnerships in the England camp is between George Ford and Atdhetare Hoxha. The pair met when Hoxha opened an Italian restaurant in his local area, and the blissful couple are now married with a daughter, Alarnia.

Hoxha moved to England after her family escaped the Kosovo War during her childhood. The couple now enjoy a tranquil life in Saddleworth, where Ford and his brother have since launched their own coffee shop, Kobe, next door to the restaurant where the smitten couple first crossed paths.

Alex Coles and Jemima Sellicks

Brains are not in short supply in Alex Coles' household given he's currently dating internal medicine doctor Jemima Sellicks. Jemima is a member of the Royal College of Physicians and works at Northampton General Hospital, while Coles has been making waves for the Saints for some time now.

Henry and Megan Slade

It's not enough for Henry Slade to be one of the most technically skilled English players of his generation. Instead, he's also gone and cultivated what appears to be the most idyllic white-picket-fence families in rugby.

The versatile Exeter Chiefs player tied the knot with wife Megan in 2022, and they are proud parents of two children. Notably, Megan is also a successful businesswoman, having established Olive & Bud, a Devon-based online clothing company for babies and children, in 2020.