England players made the most of a final Lions audition by crushing Wales 68-14 in Cardiff as the likes of Itoje, Tommy Freeman, Fin Smith, Alex Mitchell, Ellis Genge, Will Stuart, Tom Curry, Ben Curry and Ben Earl all showcased strong claims.

Steve Borthwick has backed Maro Itoje to captain the British & Irish Lions this summer after he helped inspire England to a record 68-14 win over Wales.

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 has given his view on England skipper Maro Itoje's chances of being named the British & Irish Lions' captain for their tour to Australia later this year.