Max Ojomoh didn’t just score a try—he announced his arrival. The 23-year-old center, playing for England national rugby union team against Argentina national rugby union team in late November 2025, crossed the line for his first international try, a moment captured in real time by the official England Rugby YouTube channel. The try came during the final match of England’s November campaign, a 27-22 victory that sealed a perfect 100% win record across all their autumn internationals. It wasn’t just a personal milestone. It was the exclamation point on a month that reasserted England’s dominance on the global stage.

A Try Long Coming

Maximilian Ojomoh, who plays his club rugby for Bath Rugby, had earned six caps for England before November 2025. He’d been part of the squad for the 2024 Six Nations and toured with the team to South Africa earlier that year. But no try. No five-pointer. No moment where the crowd roared and the scoreboard lit up because of him. That changed in the 63rd minute at Twickenham Stadium, when Ojomoh, fed a sharp offload from fly-half George Ford, burst through a gap in Argentina’s defensive line, sidestepped a last-ditch tackle from fly-half Santiago Carreras, and grounded the ball just inside the corner flag. The official YouTube Short, published on November 24, 2025, at 11:17 UTC, showed the moment in crisp detail—the clenched jaw, the outstretched arm, the roar of the home crowd. It was his first try. And it mattered.

The Fightback and the Sweep

Argentina, known as Los Pumas, didn’t roll over. After trailing 20-5 at halftime, they clawed back with two tries from flanker Pablo Matera and fullback Santiago Carreras. Their momentum was electric. But England’s defense held firm in the final 15 minutes. Captain Maro Itoje made a crucial turnover at the ruck, and lock Ben Earl cleared his lines with a thunderous kick that pinned Argentina deep in their own half. The final whistle blew to a standing ovation. The win completed a flawless November: victories over Samoa, Japan, and now Argentina. Three matches. Three wins. No losses. No draws. It was the first time since 2017 that England had swept their autumn internationals clean.

The Assist That Almost Was

Ojomoh’s impact didn’t stop at his try. According to the NCAdvertiser’s match report, published the same day, he was also involved in a near-miss try for veteran center Henry William Slade. In the 51st minute, Ojomoh received the ball wide on the right, drew two defenders, and looked to slip a pass to Slade cutting inside. Slade, who has 52 caps and has played for Exeter Chiefs since 2014, was in perfect position—but the pass was slightly behind, and the Argentine fullback recovered just in time to knock it loose. The play was ruled a knock-on. Still, it showed Ojomoh’s vision. He wasn’t just a finisher. He was becoming a playmaker.

Why This Matters Beyond the Scoreboard

England’s head coach, Steve Borthwick, has spent the past 18 months rebuilding the squad after the 2023 World Cup disappointment. Ojomoh’s emergence is exactly what he needed: a young, physical center with pace, vision, and the nerve to score under pressure. His try wasn’t just a highlight reel moment—it was a signal. The next generation is ready. With Owen Farrell retired and George Ford nearing 35, England’s center pairing needs fresh blood. Ojomoh, paired with Slade or possibly emerging talent Tom Pearson, could be the answer for the 2026 Six Nations.

The Quilter Nations Series, sponsored by London-based financial firm Quilter plc, has become more than just a branding exercise. It’s the cornerstone of England’s autumn schedule, a platform to test depth and develop talent. And in 2025, it delivered exactly that. Ojomoh’s try was the headline, but the real story was the collective performance—the defense, the discipline, the ability to weather a storm and still win.

What’s Next?

England’s next test comes in February 2026, when they open the Six Nations Championship against Wales at Twickenham. Ojomoh will likely start, given his form. But the real pressure will come from within the squad. Slade, now 31, is still a key figure, but the coaching staff will be watching whether Ojomoh can maintain consistency against the likes of Ireland’s Bundee Aki and France’s Romain Ntamack. If he does, England’s backline could be one of the most dangerous in the tournament.

Behind the Scenes

The England Rugby team’s rapid release of the YouTube Short—just hours after the final whistle—was no accident. It’s part of a broader strategy to engage younger fans. The RFU’s digital team now prioritizes short-form content as much as traditional match highlights. Ojomoh’s try became a TikTok trend within hours, with fans remixing the clip to hip-hop beats and overlaying it with memes. One clip, showing Ojomoh’s celebration with his parents in the stands, has over 2.3 million views. For a player who grew up in Bath, watching England games on TV, this is the stuff of dreams.