England face Ireland in Dublin this evening in their latest World Cup warm-up match.
George Ford will start at fly-half against for England after the news captain Owen Farrell could yet be banned for his red card against Wales last weekend.
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After a mixed double-header against Wales, this is a huge test for Steve Borthwick’s side. While they avoided an all-out crisis with a late win at Twickenham last week, there is little doubt the trip to Dublin is a step up in class.
The Irish ran out 26-19 winners at the Aviva Stadium in the Six Nations earlier this year on their way to the crown, fully justifying their No 1 world ranking.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Ireland vs England is scheduled for a 5.30pm BST kick-off time on Saturday 19 August, 2023.
The Aviva Stadium in Dublin will host.
Where to watch Ireland vs England
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be broadcast on Amazon Prime.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the Amazon Prime app.
Live blog: Follow all the action with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog.
Ireland vs England team news
Munster prop Jeremy Loughman has been called up to the Ireland squad, replacing Dave Kilcoyne who is resting with an injury.
Back-rower Jack Conan could also feature after making progress on a foot injury.
Captain Owen Farrell has been left out of the England squad as he faces an appeal from World Rugby after his red card was rescinded. George Ford will start at fly-half in his absence, with Marcus Smith on the bench.
Courtney Lawes will captain England, but Jack van Poortvliet will not be involved after he suffered an ankle injury and will now miss the World Cup.
Ireland vs England lineups
Ireland: Keenan; Hansen, Ringrose, Aki, Lowe; Byrne, Gibson-Park; Porter, Sheehan, Furlong, Beirne, Ryan, O’Mahony, van der Flier, Prendergast.
Replacements: Herring, Loughman, Bealham, McCarthy, Doris, Murray, Crowley, Earls.
England: Steward; Watson, Marchant, Tuilagi, Daly; Ford, Youngs; Genge, George, Stuart, Itoje, Ribbans, Lawes (capt), Earl, B Vunipola.
Replacements: Dan, Marler, Sinckler, Chessum, Willis, Care, Smith, Lawrence.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Ireland wins: 52
Draws: 8
England wins: 80
Ireland vs England latest odds
Ireland to win: 1/8
Draw: 35/1
England to win: 5/1
