England will rest captain Maro Itoje during the Nations Championship in July, according to team announcements reported by multiple outlets. Coach Steve Borthwick confirms the decision when he names England’s squad, with Itoje absent from the tournament roster. The move is framed by the team as a rest period rather than a response to injury or disciplinary issue, as the selection announcement specifies that Itoje will miss the competition. Other members of England’s squad are included as part of Borthwick’s preparations for the championship. The Nations Championship is scheduled for July, and the England squad selection signals the coaching staff’s plan to manage player workload ahead of the tournament. While specific reasons beyond rest are not detailed in the reports provided, all accounts agree that Itoje’s non-selection is intentional and tied to the decision to rest the captain for the event.