England's tour of Australia perfect time for Marcus Smith to cement 10-12 axis with captain Owen Farrell, five years on from apprenticeship spent "cleaning boots".
England winger Jonny May has tested positive for Covid-19 in Australia, putting his availability for the opening Test in question.
Everything you need to know ahead of England's three-Test tour of Australia, exclusively live on Sky Sports this July.
Billy Vunipola has been recalled to the England squad by Eddie Jones for the summer tour of Australia, alongside eight uncapped players.
Quade Cooper, Samu Kerevi and Marika Koroibete are Australia's international selections for their three-Test series against England, which will be live on Sky Sports.
Israel Folau will be a prized addition to Tongan rugby but will have restrictions on what he posts on social media, head coach Toutai Kefu said.
Wales have announced they will play autumn internationals against the southern hemisphere trio of Argentina, Australia and New Zealand.
England have confirmed they will play a three-Test series in Australia in their first tour of the country in six years.
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