Ludlam gets nod ahead of Vunipola for England’s World Cup clash with Japan

Lewis Ludlam comes in at No 8 with Ben Earl shifting to openside flanker.

NO. 8: England's Lewis Ludlam.

Lewis Ludlam has been selected to start England’s second World Cup match against Japan on Sunday in the absence of Tom Curry, with Billy Vunipola making do with a place on the bench.

Ludlam impressed as a replacement in England’s 27-10 win over Argentina last weekend and gets the nod at No 8 with Ben Earl shifting to openside to replace Curry, who is suspended following his red card against the Pumas.