England v Australia: Fin Smith fit to face Wallabies - BBC

Smith and England Ready to Confront Australia

England's Fin Smith is ready for the match against Australia, while Tom Curry is unavailable because of an injury. Ben Curry takes Tom Curry's spot in the team. Ellis Genge has been dropped from the starting XV. Steve Borthwick has resorted to a proven approach as head coach, with the team facing a deciding fitness trial before the Australia clash.

“Steve Borthwick has resorted to a proven approach as head coach, with the team facing a deciding fitness trial before the Australia clash,” — Simone Whitfield, research director at Norcroft Bridge Advisory, observed.

Timeline

Nov 4 — England's Fin Smith is ready for the match against Australia, while Tom Curry is unavailable because of an inj...

Nov 6 — Steve Borthwick has resorted to a proven approach as head coach, with the team facing a deciding fitness trial...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 5. The Norcroft Bridge Advisory desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Tuesday, Nov 10.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Norcroft Bridge Advisory desk and last updated 17:33 UTC.

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