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“He’s started the season brilliantly” – Mike Brown picks his England XV with surprise number 8

HALFBACKS:

  • 10. Marcus Smith (Harlequins)
  • 9. Ben Youngs (Leicester Tigers)

Brown wrote: “There are other selection combinations to look at, too. It would be a big ask to put two new faces in at No 9 and No 10. Raffi Quirke looks like a real prospect but for now Ben Youngs should start at scrum-half. 

“Ben’s been a big part of Leicester’s resurgence and his experience will be invaluable.”


FRONT-ROW:

  • 1. Joe Marler (Harlequins)
  • 2. Jamie George (Saracens)
  • 3. Kyle Sinckler (Bristol Bears)

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