TWO of Worcester Warriors' recruits for next season have been included in the Italian squad for their summer tests.
The Azzurri, fresh off the back of their famous win in Cardiff against Wales to end the Guinness Six Nations, have matches with Portugal (June 25), Romania (July 1) and Georgia (July 10).
Back-row Renato Giammarioli and hooker Hame Faiva, who will both arrive at Sixways ahead of the 2022/23 season, are included in the 33-man squad selected by Kieran Crowley.
Here is the full squad:
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Historically, Italy have played tough matches in their summer tour but this year will test themselves in games they should be favourites in.
Many people have campaigned for Georgia to be given a chance in the Six Nations after Italy went almost seven years without a win in the tournament.
So that clash between Italy and the Los Lelos should be one to watch out for, but also a chance for Worcester supporters to see their new men in action.
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