Tweak to the system should help Slade improve England’s line-speed and answer calls for Lawrence to reprise the role he plays for Bath

England head coach Steve Borthwick has explained how he is empowering his players to take ownership of decisions and challenges.

Borthwick’s only change is a positional switch in midfield where Henry Slade and Ollie Lawrence have swapped between inside and outside centre.

England head coach Steve Borthwick believes he has built an environment where players are unafraid to speak out after accusations that his predecessor, Eddie Jones, ruled by fear.

Steve Borthwick has named an unchanged starting team for England's match against Australia on Saturday with two changes on the bench.

Steve Borthwick hails England collaboration as Danny Care criticises Eddie Jones - The England coach says his players can freely voice their opinions in team meetings.