OAKLANDS students Nick Tompkins and Nathan Earle are currently on a rugby tour to South Africa with the England U18s.

The Saracens duo played their part in the opening match of three as they defeated Wales 28-15.

Wing Earle claimed a try while Tompkins made an appearance coming off of the bench.

Their next game is against France tomorrow (Tuesday) at Outeniqua Park Stadium in George.

Tompkins has been named in the starting line-up, with Earle rested.

The final match of the tour is on Saturday as England take on South Africa in Cape Town.