George Ford to Start as Fly-Half for England in Rugby World Cup Warm-Up Match Against Ireland
In a surprising turn of events, George Ford has been named as the fly-half for England’s upcoming Rugby World Cup warm-up match against Ireland. This decision comes after Owen Farrell was left out of the squad due to World Rugby’s intervention in Six Nations Rugby’s decision to rescind the red card he received against Wales.
As England prepares for the highly anticipated match at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, it is Courtney Lawes who will be leading the team as captain. The squad has undergone several changes since their victory over Wales last week, with Ford and Ellis Genge being named as vice-captains.
One of the notable changes is in the front-row, where Genge and Will Stuart will join Jamie George. In the second-row, David Ribbans returns to the team and partners with Maro Itoje. The back-row, however, remains unchanged, consisting of Lawes, Ben Earl, and Billy Vunipola.
The half-back partnership will be formed by Ben Youngs and George Ford, while Manu Tuilagi and Joe Marchant will take charge of the midfield. In the back three, Anthony Watson, Elliot Daly, and Freddie Steward have been selected to complete the lineup.
There is also good news for Ollie Chessum, who makes his return to the England squad after recovering from an ankle injury. Despite his disappointment at not being included in the starting XV, Farrell has expressed his understanding of the situation and will travel to Ireland with the team’s support.
The match against Ireland is regarded as a crucial warm-up ahead of the Rugby World Cup. With both teams eager to gain momentum and test their strategies, the Aviva Stadium is expected to witness a thrilling display of skill and determination on August 19, with kick-off scheduled for 17:30 BST (16:30 GMT).
New Zealand’s Paul Williams has been appointed as the referee for the match, ensuring a fair and unbiased officiating throughout the game. Fans from all over the world are eagerly anticipating this clash between two rugby powerhouses, as the stage is set for a battle of epic proportions.
“Prone to fits of apathy. Devoted music geek. Troublemaker. Typical analyst. Alcohol practitioner. Food junkie. Passionate tv fan. Web expert.”