Catt claws his way back into England squad

MIKE Catt, who has had more lives in an England jersey than most since making his Test debut in 1994, will be reborn as an international player again on this summer’s Test tour to Australia.

Catt, 34, has been named in England’s 30-man touring squad, where he will play a crucial role in mentoring youngsters like Tom Varndell and Mathew Tait.

England are missing at least 15 first-choice names, either rested in preparation for the World Cup or injured, and the squad includes six uncapped players.