Danny Care is set to make his return from the international wilderness after being recalled by England for their upcoming clash with the Barbarians.
The 35-year-old won the last of his England caps in 2018, having won back-to-back titles under Eddie Jones in 2016 and 2017, winning the Grand Slam in the former.
And after some stellar displays for Harlequins over the past two seasons, he has been recalled as part of the squad that will take on the Barbarians, coached by Grand Slam-winning coach Fabien Galthié of France.
He could link up with club colleagues Marcus Smith and Alex Dombrandt, who are both also included following Quins’ Premiership semi-final defeat to Saracens on Saturday.
As well as the experience of the likes of Courtney Lawes and Jonny May, there are plenty of new faces with the likes of London Irish flyer Henry Arundell and in-form Saints full-back Tommy Freeman.
Jones said: “This is a strong, diverse squad. There are a lot of exciting, young players and some experienced players who have another opportunity to shine.
“Everyone will be given the chance to make their case for being part of the Australia tour squad while we prepare for the Barbarians.
“The Barbarians game at Twickenham is always a great rugby occasion and we know the fans always have a great day out, watching a really entertaining game.
“We’re looking forward to working hard on the training pitch this week so we’re ready for a fantastic match on Sunday.”
England squad to take on the Barbarians:
FORWARDS
Jamie Blamire (Newcastle Falcons, 6 caps) Callum Chick (Newcastle Falcons, 2 caps) Will Collier (Harlequins, 2 caps) Tom Curry (Sale Sharks, 40 caps) Trevor Davison (Newcastle Falcons, 2 caps) Alex Dombrandt (Harlequins, 9 caps) Charlie Ewels (Bath Rugby, 30 caps) Will Goodrick-Clarke (London Irish, uncapped) Jonny Hill (Exeter Chiefs, 12 caps) Ted Hill (Worcester Warriors, 2 caps) Sam Jeffries (Bristol Bears, uncapped) Courtney Lawes (Northampton Saints, 93 caps) Lewis Ludlam (Northampton Saints, 11 caps) Bevan Rodd (Sale Sharks, 2 caps) Patrick Schickerling (Exeter Chiefs, uncapped) Jack Singleton (Gloucester Rugby, 3 caps) Will Stuart (Bath Rugby, 20 caps) Sam Underhill (Bath Rugby, 28 caps) Jack Walker (Harlequins, uncapped) Jack Willis (Wasps, 3 caps)
BACKS
Henry Arundell (London Irish, uncapped) Mark Atkinson (Gloucester Rugby, 1 cap) Orlando Bailey (Bath Rugby, uncapped) Danny Care (Harlequins, 84 caps) Joe Cokanasiga (Bath Rugby, 11 caps) Fraser Dingwall (Northampton Saints, uncapped) Tommy Freeman (Northampton Saints, uncapped) Ollie Hassell-Collins (London Irish, uncapped) Will Joseph (London Irish, uncapped) Joe Marchant (Harlequins, 12 caps) Jonny May (Gloucester Rugby, 69 caps) Alex Mitchell (Northampton Saints, 1 cap) Jack Nowell (Exeter Chiefs, 39 caps) Adam Radwan (Newcastle Falcons, 2 caps) Harry Randall (Bristol Bears, 6 caps) Marcus Smith (Harlequins, 10 caps)
