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

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 ev...

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