Ellis Genge

Quick Facts

Full Name	Ellis Genge
Occupation	Rugby Union Player
Date Of Birth	Feb 16, 1995(1995-02-16)
Age	29
Birthplace	Bristol
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Aquarius

Ellis Genge Biography

Ellis Genge is one of the most popular and richest Rugby Union Player who was born on February 16, 1995 in Bristol, England, United Kingdom. Ellis Genge (born 16 February 1995) is an English union rugby player for Leicester Tigers in Premiership Rugby He made his debut international for England in the year 2016 and has been awarded eight caps. The position he plays is prop. Genge has played in 26 matches for Bristol between 2013 and 2016. He is famous for his reckless ball-carrying. He is referred to as “Baby Rhino” by the Rugby community.

On the 28th of May, 2016, he was given his first call-up in the England squad following only one appearance in the squad of Leicester Tigers. Genge made his debut for the international team on May 29 in Twickenham as a substitute in the 66th minute in a 27-13 win over Wales. Genge was part of his 2016 England Rugby Union tour to Australia and was not involved in any of the games.

Following a strong start to the 2017–18 season Genge was named in England’s squad for the 2017 Autumn Internationals and played against Argentina and Samoa. On 2 December 2017 Genge suffered a shoulder injury in a Premiership Rugby match against Wasps. After four months injured Genge returned to the starting line up on 7 April 2018 against Bath in a match at Twickenham.

With many key players missing due to the 2017 British and Irish Lions tour to New Zealand, Genge was called up to the England squad for the 2 test tour of Argentina, starting both games, and also featuring in the warm-up game against the Barbarians.

Genge was a regular at Leicester during the 2016-17 campaign, playing in a league-leading 31 matches during the season. After being omitted from selection in this year’s Autumn Internationals, he was selected into his place in the England group for the 2017 Six Nations Championship. The 2017 season concluded with him named the club’s youngest player of the year , as well as receiving the Premiership Rugby Discovery of the Season Award.

Ellis Genge Net Worth

Ellis Genge is one of the richest Rugby Union Player from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Ellis Genge 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Genge made his debut as a professional for Bristol on the 8th of December at the British and Irish Cup against Scottish side Gala and scored a goal in a 62-7 victory. Genge’s first game for the league during the RFU Championship came against London Scottish on the 26th of September, 2014.

Genge was a player at Bristol at the age of 18 and was enticed to move his the position of prop (from the back row) with the promise of a two-year deal if the player changed positions. Genge was loaned for Clifton Rugby Club to play loose prop at the head of National 2 South in 2014/15 beginning 13 games, and then playing as a sub in the 1.

Genge gained the attention of Richard Cockerill, moving to Leicester Tigers on loan in February 2016. The move was, in part, due to off-field issues, including being arrested after an away game against Ulster in 2015. He made his Leicester debut as substitute against Wasps on 12 March 2016, replacing Marcos Ayerza, and his first start came on 7 May 2016 against Bath at the Rec. The move to Leicester was made permanent on 26 May 2016.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Ellis Genge height 6 ft 1 in Ellis weight 121 kg & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Ellis Genge Dating?

According to our records, Ellis Genge is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Ellis Genge’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Ellis Ranked on the list of most popular Rugby Union Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Ellis Genge celebrates birthday on February 16 of every year.

Top Facts about Ellis Genge

1. Ellis Genge is a prop forward for England rugby team.
2. He was born on February 16, 1995 in Bristol, England.
3. Genge made his debut for Leicester Tigers in 2016.
4. He has played for the England U20 and Saxons teams.
5. Genge made his senior international debut in 2016 against Wales.
6. He has scored two tries in his 28 appearances for England.
7. Genge was part of the squad that reached the Rugby World Cup final in 2019.
8. He is known for his powerful ball-carrying and physicality on the pitch.
9. Genge has also been vocal about social justice issues off the field.
10. In 2020, he signed a new contract with Leicester Tigers until 2023.

Does Ellis Genge have a child?

He has a son, Ragh , with partner Meg.

How old is Ellis Genge?

27 years (February 16, 1995)

How many tries has Ellis Genge?

SpanTries
All Tests| 2016-2021| 3
Five/Six Nations| 2019-2021| 1
IRB Rugby World Cup| 2019-2019| 0

What nationality is Ellis Genge?

British

How much does Ellis Genge earn?

Ellis Genge’s salary is currently about £400K at Leicester Tigers. This is over three times the average Premiership salary. Genge returns to the Bristol Bears in 2022 on a reduced salary of £320K. He is still young for a prop and should continue to negotiate contracts of high value.