Steve Borthwick Names Full-Strength England Squad for Japan Test
Marcus Smith set to start at fly-half as Borthwick seeks to build momentum ahead of New Zealand tour.
- Marcus Smith chosen over Fin Smith at No. 10 in a settled England lineup.
- Ben Earl named vice-captain, highlighting his rise in the team.
- Chandler Cunningham-South and Bevan Rodd among four changes from the last Six Nations match.
- Tom Roebuck poised for debut off the bench; Tom Curry returns from injury.
- Early team announcement aims to preempt Eddie Jones's mind games.
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