Billy Vunipola and Will Skelton set to return for Saracens in Philadelphia

Saracens are set to recall Billy Vunipola and Will Skelton as they attempt to bounce back from the 31-21 defeat at Bath when they come up against Newcastle in Philadelphia on Saturday.

England No8 Vunipola has recovered from the shoulder surgery that ruled him out of the Lions tour, while Australia lock Skelton is back after breaking an arm playing Super Rugby.

Skelton made a big impact during a two month short-term contract last season, making a match-winning, try-saving tackle in the pool game against Toulon as Sarries went on to retain the European Champions Cup.

Saturday’s match is the second Premiership fixture to be played in North America in the past two years.

And Sarries wing Chris Wyles, born in Allentown near Philiadelphia, is enjoying the opportunity to take the sport "back home”.