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United Kingdom Ellis Genge, a dynamic prop from Bristol, has emerged as a prominent figure in international rugby.
Owner of SYN COLLECTIVE, a business he launched in January 2022. He also owns a gym in Leicester and a paving company in Bristol.
Founder of The Genge Fund, an initiative set up to 'level the playing field for Bristol’s youth'. This demonstrates his commitment to providing opportunities for children from similar backgrounds.
Ambassador for the Bristol Bears Foundation, actively supporting programs aimed at helping underprivileged children.
Co-founded a groundworks company called Pavingfields alongside childhood friends.
England Rugby and Castore are in a long-term partnership as Castore is the Official Technical Kit Partner.
Co-formed a company named Team England Rugby Ltd with teammates Jamie George, Maro Itoje, Joe Marler, and Anthony Watson, designed to manage contract and commercial aspects.
Born in Bristol on February 16, 1995, and raised in Knowle West, Ellis Genge began playing rugby at the age of twelve at Old Redcliffians, initially as a No. 8. He attended John Cabot City Technology College and later led Hartpury College to two AASE Championship titles. Genge transitioned to playing prop, a move driven by a two-year contract offer from Bristol, marking a significant turning point in his early career. His talent was recognized at the youth international level, representing England at U17, U18, and U19 before playing eight matches for the U20 side in 2015, including the World Rugby Championship final against New Zealand. He made his professional debut for Bristol in 2013 in the British and Irish Cup, scoring a try.
Genge’s senior England debut occurred in 2016 as a replacement in a 27-13 victory over Wales at Twickenham Stadium. The same year, he earned the Land Rover Discovery of the Year award, highlighting his rapid development. He became a regular member of England squads under Eddie Jones, participating in the 2019 Rugby World Cup, where England reached the final. His leadership qualities were further recognized when he captained Leicester Tigers to a Premiership title in 2022, before returning to Bristol Bears the same year. He has consistently featured in international competitions, including being named in Steve Borthwick’s squad for the 2023 Rugby World Cup and the Guinness Men’s Six Nations 2025. In 2022, World Rugby named him the best loosehead prop in their team of the year.
Off the field, Genge is committed to community initiatives. He founded The Genge Fund, aiming to provide opportunities for Bristol’s youth, and serves as an ambassador for the Bristol Bears Foundation. He has also openly discussed his diagnosis of developmental coordination disorder (dyspraxia) at age 14, sharing his experiences to inspire others. In May 2025, Genge was selected for the British & Irish Lions tour to Australia, further cementing his status in elite rugby.
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