England and Australia set for Nations Championship match

England are scheduled to host Australia at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, on Sunday, November 8, in the Nations Championship, with kickoff set for 3:10 p.m. The match is the first of England’s three home fixtures in this phase of the competition. In the United Kingdom, ITV1 is scheduled to carry live coverage from 2 p.m., with free streaming on ITVX.

England named Maro Itoje as captain, with George Furbank at fullback and Fin Smith at flyhalf. The starting XV also includes Ben Earl, Henry Slade and Tommy Freeman. Greg Fisilau is among the replacements and could make his first international appearance if he enters the match.

Australia’s lineup is captained by Harry Wilson, with Isaac Henry and Len Ikitau in the centres and Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii on the wing. The team also includes fullback Tom Wright and flyhalf Declan Meredith. Taniela Tupou is among the replacements.

The teams arrive with three Nations Championship matches played. England have won two and lost one, and sit third in the Northern Hemisphere standings; Australia have also won one and lost two, placing third in the Southern Hemisphere standings. A win in London could improve Australia’s position, depending on results...