England XV Faces France XV in Non-Capped Twickenham Match

England and France faced off in a non-cap rugby international at Twickenham as both teams prepared for their upcoming summer tours, including England's two-Test series against Argentina and a match against the USA. England, missing many British and Irish Lions players, fielded a mix of experienced and uncapped players eager to stake their claim for future selection, while France also named an experimental side with several debutants, aiming to evaluate emerging talent ahead of their New Zealand tour. This match served as a valuable opportunity for both coaching staffs to test younger players and build squad depth without the pressures of official caps, with strong hopes from players like Killian Tixer and others to impress. Despite the experimental nature of both squads, the game was expected to be fiercely contested, reflecting the importance placed on player development during this Lions summer. Meanwhile, in club rugby, Stade Toulousain secured their place in the French Top 14 final by defeating Aviron Bayonnais, continuing their pursuit of a third consecutive title. The final is scheduled for June 28 at Stade de France, following another semi-final between Bordeaux-Begles and Toulon.