England opt for same team that defeated Ireland for World Cup opener

England have named an unchanged starting XV for Friday’s World Cup opener against Fiji at Twickenham.

Mon, 14 Sep, 2015 - 21:16

England have named an unchanged starting XV for Friday’s World Cup opener against Fiji at Twickenham.

The only adjustment to the 23 that dispatched Ireland 21-13 nine days ago sees hooker Rob Webber replace Jamie George on a bench that includes rugby league convert Sam Burgess.

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