England centre Henry Slade to start against New Zealand

TEAM NEWS: Henry Slade will start for England against New Zealand this weekend. Picture: Adam Davy/PA

Henry Slade has convinced England boss Steve Borthwick he is ready to take on New Zealand after being picked at outside centre for Saturday’s clash at the Allianz Stadium.

Slade made his first appearance of the season in Exeter’s defeat by Harlequins on Sunday having undergone shoulder surgery, completing 55 minutes before being withdrawn.