England hooker Jamie George has claimed to be in a "great place" as he prepares for England's crunch Six Nations clash with Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday.
George, 31, scored two tries in England's win over Italy, but has thus far played second fiddle to Luke Cowan-Dickie.
However, the Exeter Chiefs' player has now been ruled out of the remainder of the Championship with a knee injury, meaning George is inline to start a clash that could define England's tournament.