"George Ford is likely to start at fly-half when England begin their autumn internationals campaign against Australia at Twickenham on Saturday. The Sale Sharks No 10 enjoyed an outstanding summer tour with Steve Borthwick's side, helping to orchestrate two victories against Argentina and one against the USA, and appears to have stated a strong case for selection. Fin Smith, whose Northampton side top the Prem table after five rounds, became established as the first-choice fly-half during the Six Nations this year"
"I think it will be good. He's a quality player who has a lot of facets to his game with his power and how he works in the air, Mitchell said. His confidence is through the roof and his form is amazing. We knew when he came through the academy that he's got everything: speed, power, height. He understands the game. We know if he puts that all together he's one hell of a player."
George Ford is likely to start at fly-half against Australia at Twickenham after an outstanding summer tour in which he helped orchestrate two victories over Argentina and one against the USA. Fin Smith established himself as first-choice during the Six Nations and toured with the British & Irish Lions. Ford's tactical expertise, including perceptive kicking and a drop-goal threat, and his 102 England caps make him a valued option and suggest a claim on 2027 World Cup contention if selected. Sale sit seventh in the Premiership while Northampton top the table. Tommy Freeman is under strong consideration at outside-centre, supported by Alex Mitchell. Hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie welcomed Tom Curry back after wrist surgery recovery.
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