Eddie Jones ' streak of bad luck has continued after it emerged British and Irish Lions lock Jonny Hill looks likely to miss the early rounds of England 's Six Nations campaign.
That's following explanation from Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter, who has said his star is still dealing with a stress fracture above his ankle.
Red Rose captain Owen Farrell was ruled out of the tournament on Wednesday after he underwent ankle surgery following an injury he suffered in Saracens training last week.
Courtney Lawes is a doubt for the February 5 opener away to Scotland due to a head injury, while Jonny May could also be ruled out of the tournament following knee surgery.
