RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney is potentially facing a no confidence vote from grassroots clubs.
Brock Purdy will aim to have Christian McCaffrey and Deebo Samuel both on the field as he bids to lead the 49ers to victory over the Eagles.
The Rugby Football Union has issued a humiliating apology for the distress caused by its plan to lower the tackle height for the community game but the governing body will not U-turn on its decision.
Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina began her Australian Open campaign on the outer courts at Melbourne Park but the 22nd seed is now just one step away from winning her second major, with only fellow big-hitter Aryna Sabalenka standing in her way.