Determined for his “new England” project to take a step forward Eddie Jones wanted the team to show their ruthless streak today.

Aiming to bounce back from their 20-17 defeat to Scotland which, even at this early stage of the Guinness Six Nations, left them on the fringe of the title picture.

Italy is expected to slump to a 34th consecutive defeat in the Championship and Jones urged young stars such as new number 9 Harry Randall, to continue evolving the gameplan.

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The Northern Echo: Harry Randall looks on during action in the Guinness Six Nations match at Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy today. Picture: PAHarry Randall looks on during action in the Guinness Six Nations match at Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy today. Picture: PA

Who is Harry Randall?

Harry Randall plays club rugby for Premiership side, Bristol Bears.

The 24-year-old is earning his third England cap today while making his Six Nations debut.

The number 9 previously played 14 times for England U20s, part of the World Rugby Under 20 Championship-winning squad in 2016.

Before joining Bristol Randall played for Hartpury College – traditionally the feeder-club for Bears’ rivals Gloucester.

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Jake Randall family link

Harry is the little brother of Scarlets youngest ever player, Jake Randall.

The pair originated from Slough but moved to the Amman Valley in Wales when Harry was four.

Jake never reached the same heights as his bother though and now runs his own roofing firm in South Wales.