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Captain Hartley to 'lead by example'

New England captain Northampton Saints' Dylan Hartley says he'll "lead by example" and that there won't be a repeat of his ill-discipline.

The 29-year-old Northampton player, who has been banned for a total of 54 weeks for offences such as gouging, biting and striking, succeeds Chris Robshaw.

"Dylan is an honest, hard-working bloke and I admire his aggressive and uncompromising approach to playing rugby," said England coach Eddie Jones.

Hartley said it was "a huge honour" to be named England captain.

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