Owen Farrell will captain England for his or her Autumn Nations Series opener in opposition to Argentina at Twickenham on Sunday, it has been confirmed.
Farrell, who final captained the aspect a 12 months in the past, will lead from inside centre with Marcus Smith, at fly-half and Manu Tuilagi, at outdoors centre, both aspect of him.
With Farrell having accomplished the return to play protocols for concussion in time to return it’s the first time the midfield trio have been chosen collectively.
Vice-captain Jack Nowell is known as on the fitting wing with Joe Cokanasiga on the other flank and Freddie Steward at full again.
Alex Coles will make his England debut at lock, with Jonny Hill alongside. Vice-captain Ellis Genge and Kyle Sinckler be part of hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie within the entrance row.
Maro Itoje and Tom Curry are named as flankers and Billy Vunipola is No 8.
David Ribbans can also be in line to make his England debut after being named on the substitute’s bench, alongside Jack Singleton who might make his first worldwide look since 2019.
Mako Vunipola, Joe Heyes, Sam Simmonds, Jack Willis, Jack van Poortvliet and Henry Slade full the 23.
Head coach Eddie Jones stated: “It’s been a really good week of preparation and I’ve been very pleased with the squad’s attitude.
“They’ve shown real work ethic and a determination to improve and our leaders, Owen, Ellis and Jack have really lifted the team.
“We’re looking forward to a great game of rugby at a full Twickenham Stadium against a very good Argentina side. It’s been a tough time for rugby lately and we hope that these autumn games show just what a special game it is.”
Source: www.unbiased.co.uk