England scrum coach Neal Hatley believes Exeter Chiefs prop Alec Hepburn will make most of his possible debut against Italy in the upcoming Six Nations clash in Rome on Sunday.
?England have received much needed boost ahead of their Six Nations opening clash against Italy with Chris Robshaw, Maro Itoje and Mike Brown declared fit.
Experienced duo James Haskell and Joe Marler have been included in England squad for the Six Nations clash against Italy on Sunday despite being suspended.
England assistant coach Paul Gustard said the team is preparing for all scenarios ahead of their Six Nations title defence which kicks-off with a clash against Italy on 4th February.
Flanker Chris Robshaw and full-back Mike Brown are doubtful for England's Six Nations opener with Italy as England’s injury woes continue to escalate with Henry Slade and Kyle Sinckler already on the sidelines.
England coach Eddie Jones has urged Bath number eight Zach Mercer to continue working hard and show his willingness to do the things that hurt" after he was named in the Six Nations squad for the tournament opener against Italy.
England coach Eddie Jones has named eight uncapped players in a 35-man squad that will take part in the training camp ahead of the Six Nations 2018 opener against Italy.
James Haskell and Mathieu Bastareaud will miss the initial games of the upcoming Six Nations tournament for their respective countries following the bans handed to them after the completion of the latest round in the European Champions Cup.