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Thousands took to the streets of the city in northern Italy on Saturday to protest against a range of issues including the cost of living.

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Their pursuit of the target eclipsed their previous best World Cup chase of 167 against England in the semi-finals of the 2021 tournament.

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He was a starter for the British and Irish Lions in all three Tests against Australia in the summer and he is inked into this England team as one of those who will always have a place when fit.

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Max Ojomoh was very impressive against Argentina in the autumn.

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Inevitably, Henry Arundell's first-half hat-trick for England caught the eye against Wales, but it will have been the smaller details that most impressed Borthwick.

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