England sweating over fitness of Ollie Lawrence for Argentina match

Centre limped off during statement win over All BlacksFreddie Steward could also miss out with head injuryEngland are sweating on the fitness of Ollie Lawrence before their final autumn clash with Argentina this weekend, the Guardian understands.Lawrence starred on Saturday in the statement victory against the All Blacks but limped off in the closing stages and could be forced to sit out the match against the Pumas on Sunday. The 26-year-old centre will be assessed when England reconvene on Tuesday after an extra day off but if Lawrence is ruled out it would be a blow for Steve Borthwick. Continue reading...

England sweating over fitness of Ollie Lawrence for Argentina match
  • Centre limped off during statement win over All Blacks

  • Freddie Steward could also miss out with head injury

England are sweating on the fitness of Ollie Lawrence before their final autumn clash with Argentina this weekend, the Guardian understands.

Lawrence starred on Saturday in the statement victory against the All Blacks but limped off in the closing stages and could be forced to sit out the match against the Pumas on Sunday. The 26-year-old centre will be assessed when England reconvene on Tuesday after an extra day off but if Lawrence is ruled out it would be a blow for Steve Borthwick.

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