Matchroom Talent Agency is delighted to announce that its clients Henry Pollock and Finn Russell have today signed major, long-term brand ambassador deals with cinch, the UK’s leading online used car retailer.

cinch takes the faff out of finding, buying and owning a car. Buyers can browse thousands of cars on the cinch website and app, using the Help Me Choose tool to narrow down their search. Once a customer has bought a car online, they can have it delivered to their door or collect from over 100 locations across the UK. cinch also offers cinchServicing and MOTs at over 100 locations across the UK – whether the car was bought from cinch or not.

And, as the new Premiership season gets underway tonight, Pollock and Russell are set to take the England vs Scotland rivalry off the rugby pitch and onto four wheels with the exciting launch of the ‘Carcutta Cup’ – a new series of head-to-head car challenges that will see both battle it out for supremacy.

Launching across social channels from next week, the campaign will pit the two rugby stars against one another in several fun, competitive and unpredictable tasks, with national pride – and bragging rights – on the line.

Avril Palmer-Lavery, Chairman & Founder of Constellation Automotive Group, cinch Owner, said: “Millions of people across the UK know cinch as the easy way to buy a car, with new and used vehicles available online and delivered directly to your door for a completely faff-free experience.

“Sport has been and continues to be a huge part of the cinch story. From football and tennis to darts, cricket and rugby, cinch has backed some of the biggest names and competitions in the country.

“cinch is also passionate about helping athletes grow beyond their sport. That’s why we’re working with Henry Pollock and Finn Russell and our friends at Matchroom.”

While both men are used to settling scores on the rugby pitch, this time the action moves into the world of cars, where Pollock and Russell will be tested on their skills, knowledge and competitive instincts.

Pollock, who this week penned a new contract with Premiership champions Northampton Saints, has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting young players in world rugby. The dynamic No.8 has progressed through the England pathway and established himself as a rising star on the international stage, combining explosive athleticism and physicality with a fearless approach to the game. Pollock starts this evening as Saints kickstart their title defence at Franklin’s Gardens against Newcastle Red Bulls.

Russell, meanwhile, is a world-class fly-half – known as the ‘Lionel Messi of Rugby Union’ – and Scotland captain who has built a reputation as one of the game’s most creative and unpredictable players. A key figure for both Scotland and the British & Irish Lions, Russell has enjoyed success at the highest level of the sport and is renowned for his instinctive style, confidence and ability to produce something out of nothing. The No.10 is also in action tonight as Bath Rugby travel to Harlequins.

Now, the pair are ready discover whether their rugby qualities translate to the world of motoring. The long-term partnership, brokered by Matchroom Talent Agency, will see Pollock and Russell feature across a range of cinch content and brand activations, with the ‘Carcutta Cup’ providing the first major instalment of a relationship designed to showcase the players beyond their sporting careers.

Matchroom Sport Chairman, Eddie Hearn added: “Henry Pollock and Finn Russell are changing rugby for the better and this engaging new series with cinch is the perfect way to renew their friendly rivalry ahead of a busy season on the pitch ahead.”