Early start pays off with Rocket launch

SAM UNDERHILL insists he can see light at the end of the tunnel for England despite their darkest Six Nations as they prepare to face Test rugby's ultimate challenge.

- BY ADAM HATHAWAY

While England finished off the tournament going out on their shields in a 48-46 defeat by France in Paris on Saturday, the previous three rounds - against Scotland, Ireland and Italy - were horror shows.

They had better get their skates on because next up, on July 4 at fortress Ellis Park in Johannesburg, England face reigning world champions South Africa.