England confident Henry Slade will be fit for Six Nations finale against Ireland

Henry Slade is a doubt to face Ireland on Saturday (David Davies/PA)

England centre Henry Slade appears to be winning his fitness battle for Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations finale against Ireland.

Slade sustained a calf problem in training on Monday to place his availability for the Aviva Stadium clash in doubt, but forwards coach Matt Proudfoot revealed he could yet retain his place in midfield.