Captaincy change and Arundell’s rise – talking points as England face Australia
England and Australia clash at Perth’s Optus Stadium on Saturday in the opening instalment of their three-Test series.
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The 90m 'Bryan Habana' wonder try in training that secured Henry Arundell's England selection
Henry Arundell has been selected on the bench by England to face Australia on the back of a wonder try in training, with Eddie Jones, the England head coach, comparing Arundell's finish to the tries "Bryan Habana used to score".
Owen Farrell 'very unhappy' to be stripped of England captaincy for Australia series
England head coach Eddie Jones revealed that Owen Farrell was “very unhappy” at being stripped of the captaincy, but did not rule out the possibility of him taking back the role.
He’s a proper rock star – England squad stunned by teenage star Henry Arundell
Henry Arundell is tipped to become a “rock star” of rugby after startling team-mates and spectators with his exploits in training that have secured a place on England’s bench.
Courtney Lawes named as England captain as Cadeyrn Neville set for Australia debut
Courtney Lawes will lead England into Saturday’s first Test against Australia after retaining the captaincy despite Owen Farrell’s return at inside centre.
Courtney Lawes named as England captain ahead of Owen Farrell
Courtney Lawes will lead England into Saturday’s first Test against Australia after retaining the captaincy despite Owen Farrell’s return at inside centre.
England recall Care, Vunipola for Wallabies clash
SYDNEY : England coach Eddie Jones has recalled scrumhalf Danny Care and number eight Billy Vunipola after lengthy absences in an experienced side captained by Courtney Lawes to take on the Wallabies in Perth on Saturday in the first of three July tests.
‘We’ve got to go after them’: Eddie Jones ready for rough reception in Australia
Eddie Jones has told his players to expect a hostile reception in Australia before Tuesday’s flight down under but after handing a surprise recall to Billy Vunipola to bring some much-needed power to his side, he warned the Wallabies that England are “going after them”.