England name five uncapped players in Nations Championship squad as Itoje is rested

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleNoah Caluori is one of five uncapped players in England’s squad (Getty)Jamie George will captain England for their inaugural Nations Championship campaign in July, which includes demanding fixtures against South Africa, Fiji, and Argentina. Maro Itoje has been rested for the summer after a challenging 12 months, including captaining the British and Irish Lions and dealing with the death of his mother. The squad features five uncapped players: teenage wing Noah Caluori, South Africa-born centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg, Exeter No 8 Greg Fisilau, and tighthead props George Kloska and Vilikesa Sela. Head coach Steve Borthwick emphasised the squad's mix of experienced players and emerging talent, acknowledging the tournament's challenging environments, extensive travel, and climate changes. Fly-half Fin Smith, who steered Northampton to a Premiership title, revealed he battled a loss of confidence during the season but is now looking forward to the upcoming tour. In fullMaro Itoje rested for England’s summer tour as Jamie George takes captaincyThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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