Player in at second row with Martin dropped to benchRecall to team comes after impressing against FranceOllie Chessum will make his first England start for 11 months on Saturday with Steve Borthwick making a solitary change to his side to face Scotland. Chessum comes in at second row with George Martin, who has been nursing an injury problem, dropping to the bench.Otherwise, Borthwick has stuck with the same side that beat France with Fin Smith continuing at fly-half and Marcus Smith sticking at fullback. Borthwick has stuck with the same back row, meaning a second start for Tom Willis at No 8, as England seek a first win over Scotland since 2020. Continue reading...
Steve Borthwick has reaffirmed his confidence in Marcus Smith as England's goal-kicker for the Calcutta Cup against Scotland, despite recent inconsistencies. Smith will retain his kicking duties after Fin Smith took over against France, a decision attributed to a coach's intervention. Borthwick emphasized Marcus Smith's game-changing ability and the team's focus on ending a four-match losing streak against Scotland. Ollie Chessum replaces George Martin in the second row, bringing experience to strengthen the lineout. England also prepares for a challenging match against a skilled Scottish team, with Finn Russell potentially in action. Additionally, England's autumn internationals will feature four matches, including a non-window game against Australia.
