Rob Carmichael has come a long way since first discovering rugby in Hong Kong, but is hoping his “adaptability” will help his improvement further.
Carmichael, 19, made his first start for England’s U20s in a disappointing defeat against France, but it’s been a whirlwind year for the young giant which has been filled with new challenges.

“I didn’t get too many minutes in the Premiership Cup this year but the experience of it was really good,” he added. “The pressure of proper professional gamedays was great to learn about.
“I’m just getting so much out of the whole playing experience and it...