Number 8, Toby Knight, makes his debut for the U20s and will captain the side.

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Right wing Deago Bailey, outside centre Tom Litchfield, scrum-half Tom Carr-Smith and hooker John Stewart feature in a second U20 Six Nations for England. 11 players in the starting line-up are making their U20 debut.  

Loose head prop Mark Dormer and tight head prop, Mikey Summerfield, join previously-capped Stewart in the front row. Alfie Bell and Tom Lockett are named in partnership in the second row. Alex Wardell starts at blindside flanker with Kofi Cripps at openside flanker.  

Louie Johnson will start at fly half accompanied by Ethan Grayson at inside centre. Ollie Dawkins plays on the left wing with Henry Arundell at full back, rounding off the debutants. 

Dickens said: “We’ve had a really great start to our training week and the attitude and commitment from the lads has been outstanding.  

“Yesterday we had a joint session with Oxford University following our game against them in mid-January. It’s helpful to be able to incorporate that into our preparation for the Six Nations. 

“Scotland will be a tough side to face but the boys have put in quality preparation and we’re looking forward to getting out on the pitch in Edinburgh. 

“For many of the players this game will be their first Six Nations experience and that will be a very special moment; I want them to remember that on Friday night and savour the occasion."