- Ashton’s try-scoring threat earns him a spot over Jack Nowell
- Lawes replaces Itoje in only other change to winning formula
Chris Ashton has been recalled to the England starting line-up to face France in one of two changes made by Eddie Jones. Ashton comes on to the right wing in place of Jack Nowell for his first Six Nations start in six years while Courtney Lawes replaces the injured Maro Itoje in the second row.
Ashton came off the bench in the closing stages of last week’s victory over Ireland but has been promoted for only his third start under Eddie Jones. He made his first appearance for four years during the autumn and scored his 20th international try in the first minute against New Zealand the following week.
Written by Gerard Meagher
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