"No return date" – Sam Underhill Ruled Out of Entire 2025 Six Nations
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Bath and England have been dealt a hammer blow as star flanker Sam Underhill—often described as a ‘Test match animal’—is set for months on the sidelines.
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The Premiership club has confirmed that Underhill requires ankle surgery, ruling him out of key fixtures for both club and country.
Injury Update: Surgery Confirmed
In a medical update released alongside their team news for Sunday's crucial Champions Cup clash against Clermont, Bath revealed that Underhill sustained the injury during last weekend's nail-biting 35-34 loss to Northampton Saints. Following consultations with specialists, surgery was deemed necessary, leaving Bath without their talisman for an extended period.
Six Nations Hopes Dashed
Underhill's absence means Bath face an uphill battle in the Investec Champions Cup pool stages, while England head coach Steve Borthwick will likely have to navigate the entire Six Nations without his defensive dynamo. England's campaign begins on February 1 in Dublin against Ireland, and with squad announcements imminent, Underhill's injury comes as a significant setback.
No Timeline for Return
Bath's official statement offered little clarity on Underhill's recovery, stating: "There is no set timeframe on his return." While fans remain hopeful, the immediate outlook remains uncertain.
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