In a potential blow to England’s Six Nations campaign, Ben Earl may miss the tournament’s start due to a knee injury sustained during Saracens’ dominant victory over Harlequins.
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The 25-year-old, who excelled as England’s standout player in the recent World Cup, faces a possible three-month absence with a right knee ligament issue.
Earl, who secured the No8 position during the World Cup, left the field at The Stoop on Saturday wearing a knee brace and using crutches as a precautionary measure.
Saracens are reportedly concerned that the back-row forward could be sidelined for up to 12 weeks following further examinations.
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