Ellis Genge on why the outside noise is ‘fuel’ ahead of Springboks semi-final

Before the Springboks semi-final, Ellis Genge explains why the outside noise is “fuel.”

Ellis Genge asserts that “everyone wants us to lose” going into England’s World Cup semifinal match against South Africa on Saturday.

Following the elimination of more renowned competitors Ireland, France, and Scotland, England enters the tournament’s penultimate round as the only unbeaten team and the face of northern hemisphere rugby.

One of the greatest Springbok teams will be facing them, and they are heavy favorites to win the rematch of the 2019 final, but Steve Borthwick’s team is used to being written off.

While other athletes, according to Genge, will block out any negative from outside the camp, he claims that he will be a part of a group that uses it as fuel.

“I believe it is probably a 50/50 mix. The Bristol prop stated, “I believe it’s probably case by case.

“I actually enjoy the commotion and having our backs to the wall and everyone rooting for us to lose. That probably gives me some energy. Others would probably benefit more from ignoring it.

“In this, you don’t gain any more style points. We only care about winning, that’s all that matters. I am aware that it is boring, but that is all that matters. Make a plan. In any case, I’m content with it.

 

“We haven’t made any progress yet. We have a semi-final, but you don’t get any medals, so we have to work really hard, and whatever happens, happens.

With a thrilling 30-24 victory over Fiji at the Stade Velodrome, the World Cup favorites who were being cheered on by spectators, England moved to the round of eight.

While Courtney Lawes and Owen Farrell, two seasoned players, excelled against the Islanders, Genge believes they are the target of enmity. This point was highlighted when England’s captain Farrell elicited boos from some sections of the audience as his name was called out over the PA system during the teams’ pregame warmup.

“You look around and we have people like Courtney and people with 300 caps across three players, which is mental, and some of the best players of their generation,” added Genge.

They are most likely the villains at the moment because everyone despises them. Even if Owen receives a lot of criticism, you are always glad to have him on the team.

In response to the booing, Genge says that Farrell is “big enough to look after himself,” which stands in stark contrast to the applause that greeted the names of Marcus Smith and George Ford.

Richard Wigglesworth, the attack coach, believes that a vocal minority in Marseille is to blame for Farrell’s unpopularity.

“I heard a fantastic atmosphere and an extraordinary amount of support inside the stadium. The minority always speaks up the most. They are who you hear, according to Wigglesworth.

“However, the majority of spectators in the stadium and those who show up love and support this squad. They were amazing inside the stadium, in my opinion.

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