When is England vs Italy, and what TV channel is the Six Nations clash on?

ENGLAND look to strengthen their bid to win this year’s Six Nations when they play host to tournament whipping boys Italy on Sunday.

Eddie Jones’ side are two points off the top of the table, though they have played one game fewer than second-placed Scotland and leaders Ireland.

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And they now have the chance to take a firm stranglehold on the tournament as they go head-to-head against an Italy side who have conceded 96 points losing their first two games.

England will be looking to seriously boost their points difference at Twickenham by running in a series of tries which would also bring about their first bonus point of the competition.

What time does England vs Italy kick off?

The game at Twickenham will start at 3pm UK time.

What TV channel will the match be on?

The match will be screened live by ITV, with coverage starting at 2pm. There will also be live radio commentary on BBC Five Live. Alternatively you can follow all the latest updates on SunSport’s dedicated live blog.

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What is the England team to face Italy?

England boss Eddie Jones has yet to confirm his side, but it has emerged that Bath centre Jonathan Jospeh will be dropped for the match.

It is expected that his place at outside centre will be taken by Elliot Daly, with Rugby League convert Ben Te’o coming into the side at inside centre.

James Haskell is pushing for a starting role in the pack while Mako Vunipola is likely to feature on the bench after a knee injury.