Martin Johnson talks to members of the squad

Rugby fans are invited to watch live streaming of England’s Rugby World Cup squad announcement at www.rfu.com from 7.30pm this evening as the RFU website takes you inside the exclusive send-off dinner at Twickenham Stadium.

The 30 players Team Manager Martin Johnson has selected to battle for the William Webb Ellis trophy will be officially announced at 7.45pm this evening so come to RFU.com this evening to be among the first to know who is travelling to New Zealand.

Compered by former England international Martin Bayfield, each player will be presented on stage before Johnson and his captain chat about the selections and experience of challenging for World Cup glory this autumn.

Nick Shaw, RFU Head of Digital, said: “This is a great opportunity for fans to see the announcement of England’s Rugby World Cup squad.

“Everybody has the chance to feel part of the send-off dinner as Martin Johnson and his players talk about what it will be like over in New Zealand.

“We have exclusive access to the event and live streaming is a first for RFU.com as we work hard to improve our digital offering.”

Watch the live streaming of England’s Rugby World Cup announcement from 7.30pm.