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Gael Fickou, Greg Alldritt, both of whom have captained France in the absence through injury of Dupont, were omitted from the squad along with France's record try-scorer Damian Penaud.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Three men have captained this side in the past year when Buttler has been injured - Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone and Phil Salt, who are all disciples of the attacking approach.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2025

Canada was captained by Sophie de Goede, whose mother and father also have captained Canada at a World Cup.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 8, 2022

The team includes three players who have captained their national teams: Ryan Burroughs of the United States, Rhys Jacks of Canada and Bob Beswick of Ireland.

From New York Times • Apr. 7, 2017

When I come back from Fordham I shall know that I have captained my last game on a High School team.

From The High School Captain of the Team Dick & Co. Leading the Athletic Vanguard by Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving)