Itoje returns to England squad for training camp
Second row Maro Itoje returns to the England set-up after being named in a 36-man training squad for this autumn's Nations Championship matches.
Maro Itoje returns to England's rugby squad for training camp, having been named in a 36-man roster for the autumn's Nations Championship matches. The 31-year-old prop, who previously missed matches against South Africa, Fiji, and Argentina in July due to a lengthy summer break, has returned after holidays in Mauritius and Nigeria.
Itoje's mother passed away shortly before he led England in a disappointing Six Nations campaign with only one victory. England's head coach, Steve Borthwick, reunites his players for the first time since the summer tour on Sunday. Itoje is set to reclaim the captaincy from Jamie George when England face Australia on November 8, followed by Japan on November 14 and New Zealand on November 21.
Courtney Lawes and Joe Marchant, who have returned from other clubs, are included in the squad, while George and Ollie Chessum, who have injuries, will also join the team.
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