The captain of Australia’s most famous rugby triumph over England has warned the Wallabies to brace themselves for a ferocious series against an old enemy stinging for revenge.

Nick Farr-Jones, who led Australia to World Cup final glory at Twickenham 25 years ago, believes the humiliation of being knocked out of last year’s global showpiece by the Wallabies will serve as fierce motivation for England.

“They were massacred by their press so they’ll be looking to restore pride and that adds so much spice to this series,” Farr-Jones said on the eve of the first Test in Brisbane on Saturday night.