Fitz Harding

George Fitzgerald Harding (born 26 April 1999), known as Fitz Harding, is an English rugby union player who plays for Bristol Bears in Premiership Rugby.

Early life and education Although given 'George' as his first name, Harding has only ever been called 'Fitz'. He was educated at The Beacon prep school in Amersham, Buckinghamshire followed by Wellington College.

Harding was never a member of any Premiership rugby academy when he was younger and was also overlooked in trials for the Buckinghamshire representative side.

Career Harding made his Premiership debut against London Irish in March 2021. He was named club captain for the upcoming Premiership season, taking over from Steven Luatua.

International career In November 2025, Harding was called up to the England A squad for fixtures against All Blacks XV and Spain. He came off the bench for his international debut against the All Blacks XV in a 14–31 England defeat at the Bath Recreation Ground on 8 November. A week later he captained England A to a 29–25 win against Spain in Valladolid.