Head coach Andy Farrell confirmed his decision during the official squad unveiling at the O2 in London on Thursday.
Itoje, who captained England to a second-place finish in this year’s Six Nations, emerged as the front-runner after Irish rival Caelan Doris suffered a shoulder injury.
“It’s a tremendous honour,” Itoje said. “It’s a tremendous privilege. You think about the people who have held this position before and it’s remarkable. I will do my very best to make sure I contribute to a successful tour.”
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