Dylan Hartley to be confirmed as England’s 6 Nations captain

Dylan Hartley will be confirmed as England's captain for their Grand Slam defence on Wednesday after proving his fitness to head coach Eddie Jones.

Hartley has not played since December 3 when he was sent off for striking Sean O'Brien in Northampton's defeat by Leinster, an act resulting in a six-week suspension that ended on the day the reigning champions began their pre-tournament training camp in Portugal.