England coach hopes a number of his players are included on Australia tour after Wales rout finishes impressive campaign

Steve Borthwick has backed the “outstanding” Maro Itoje to thrive as British and Irish Lions captain if handed the role by head coach Andy Farrell. Itoje led England to a first four-win Six Nations since 2020 in his first tournament as skipper,

Steve Borthwick backed England captain Maro Itoje to lead the British and Irish Lions in Australia after his side ended their Six Nations campaign with a 68-14 hammering of Wales.

Maro Itoje has challenged England to 'grow' following their Six Nations victory over Wales on Saturday. Steve Borthwick's side went into the showdown knowing they needed to win to boost their hopes of winning the tournament.

England boss Steve Borthwick tipped Maro Itoje to lead the Lions down under after England’s record-breaking 68-14 win in Cardiff. Borthwick’s side ran in 10 tries as they blew away the Welsh and finished their Six Nations in style in front of Lions boss Andy Farrell who was in the Cardiff stands.

Maro Itoje highlights key to England beating Wales in Cardiff - England in title contention ahead of Principality Stadium showdown.

England kept their Six Nations title hopes alive with a crushing 10-try, 68-14 bonus-point win over sorry Wales, piling the pressure on France who must now defeat Scotland in Paris later Saturday