He thought his international days could be done after Borthwick’s bombshell but will raise his bat for his 100 th cap, against Italy, on Sunday. George, a big cricket fan, said he had been inspired by Root’s rise from Ashes humiliation and resignation from the captaincy in 2022 to topping the world batting rankings by 2024.

The 34-year-old succeeded Owen Farrell as England skipper ahead of last year’s championship before being demoted to vice-captain.

Jamie George feared his England career was over after being stripped of the captaincy, but the hooker is set to win his 100th cap in Sunday's Six Nations clash against Italy.

Joe Root has thrown his support behind white-ball captain Jos Buttler despite England's shaky start to the Champions Trophy, describing him as a "brilliant leader" who has the support of the entire dressing room.

As he prepares to become the seventh man to reach 100 England caps, the hooker reflects on losing the captaincy, the importance of resilience and how Joe Root has inspired his next chapter