England v Australia: Eddie Jones picks George Ford and Jack Nowell for Second Test

GEORGE FORD and Jack Nowell are back in the England starting side as they look to wrap up the series in Australia.

But Brisbane starters Marland Yarde and Luther Burrell have been axed from the squad with Jack Clifford, Elliott Daly and Jamie George promoted into the matchday 23.

If the Red Rose tourists win in Melbourne then they will clinch a historic first ever series Down Under with a 2-0 win.

Boss Eddie Jones said: “We’ve picked a 23 to get the job done in Melbourne.

“Throughout the week the players have shown they’re desperate to wear the Red Rose, which meant some close calls on selection.

“It’s a 23 that suits the way we want to play at AAMI Park. George Ford and Owen Farrell playing together gives us two great kicking options and Jack Nowell is a high work-rate player.

“Jamie George, Jack Clifford and Elliot Daly have shown huge desire this week and deserve their spots on the bench.

“As soon as we came off the field in Brisbane our thoughts turned to Melbourne and I’m pleased with how we’ve prepared as the week has progressed.

“The players have recognised the importance of going up another level and have trained with a real intensity and purpose.

“We weren’t satisfied with last weekend’s performance and we know there’s lots to improve on, particularly aspects of our defence and breakdown work, which we’re confident we’ve remedied.

“We know the job isn’t done. We came here to win a Test series and that’s what we intend to do.

Australia will try and throw everything at us on Saturday and we’ll be ready for the challenge.”

Ford is back in his No10 shirt with Nowell replacing Yarde on the wing against the Wallabies. Luke Cowan-Dickie drops off the bench with Saracens double winner George taking the reserve hooker spot.

England team

8. Billy Vunipola (vice captain, Saracens, 27 caps)