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6 days agoGeorge Ford in line to beat Fin Smith for England fly-half berth against Australia
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
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