Maro Itoje rested for England’s summer tour as Jamie George takes captaincy (opens original article in a new tab)

Maro Itoje was rested for England's summer tour, with Jamie George named as captain for the Tests against South Africa, Fiji, and Argentina. Jamie George, who previously captained England in 2024, was chosen as the new captain following Itoje's rest. Benhard Janse van Rensburg was included in the 36-man squad but will miss the tour opener due to residency requirements.

• Maro Itoje was rested for England's summer tour, with Jamie George named as captain for Tests against South Africa, Fiji, and Argentina.
• Jamie George, who previously captained England in 2024, was chosen as the new captain following Itoje's rest.
• Benhard Janse van Rensburg was included in the 36-man squad but will miss the tour opener due to residency requirements.