Preview: McCall brings in heavies to avoid more slip-ups

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RICHMOND, ENGLAND - MARCH 28: Members of the Saracens side walk off after the Greene King IPA Championship match between Richmond and Saracens at Richmond Athletic Ground on March 28, 2021 in Richmond, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)

MARK McCall has named a side with almost 400 Test caps admitting Saracens cannot afford another slipup if they are to make a quick return to the Premiership.
England stars Maro Itoje, Mako Vunipola, Billy Vunipola, Elliot Daly, and captain Jamie George all start.
Duncan Taylor and Jackson Wray, who have both played for Bedford on dual registrations, also start.
McCall says the next month is as important as any cup final in the past after hey lost their opening game at Cornish Pirates.
“Having lost the first one, we can’t afford another slipup,” he said. “That focuses the mind and makes eve...

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