Alex Mitchell out after hamstring operation ahead of Six Nations
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 10:39 AM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
England scrum-half Alex Mitchell faces a long absence due to hamstring surgery. The 29-year-old, who was a key player last season, had four hamstring injuries this year, with the latest injury occurring during a match against Gloucester. He will be sidelined for England's Nations Championship campaign, as recovery timelines remain unclear. Competitors for his position include Jack van Poortvliet, Harry Randall, Ben Spencer, and Archie McParland. Mitchell was operated on by Lasse Lempainen in Finland, who has previously treated other athletes for similar injuries.
- •Mitchell faces a prolonged period on the sidelines after surgery.
- •He suffered four hamstring injuries in 2026, affecting both legs.
- •Jack van Poortvliet is expected to take over as the starting scrum-half.
- •Recovery prognosis for Mitchell is currently unclear.
- •The Six Nations begins less than three months from now.
- 10:39 AMYahoo Sports — England's Mitchell has operation on hamstring
- 10:39 AMBBC Sport — England's Mitchell faces prolonged spell out after hamstring operation
"England scrum-half Alex Mitchell is facing a prolonged spell on the sidelines after an operation to fix recurring hamstring issues.
"England scrum-half Alex Mitchell is facing a prolonged spell on the sidelines after an operation to fix recurring hamstring issues.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 12, 2026, 10:39 AMEngland's Mitchell has operation on hamstring
England scrum-half Alex Mitchell is facing a prolonged spell on the sidelines after an operation to fix recurring hamstring issues.
- BBC SportNov 12, 2026, 10:39 AMEngland's Mitchell faces prolonged spell out after hamstring operation
England scrum-half Alex Mitchell is facing a prolonged spell on the sidelines after an operation to fix recurring hamstring issues.
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