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Men in middle can hit ground running

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October 31, 2025

FRASER Dingwall insists his familiarity with Northampton teammate Tommy Freeman means their centre combination will hit the ground running when England open their autumn against Australia.

- By DUNCAN BECH

Freeman has been given the number 13 jersey for Saturday's Allianz Stadium showdown despite having played the bulk of his rugby as a wing, including as a Test British and Irish Lion during the summer.

The 24-year-old sees his future at outside centre and against the Wallabies he has the opportunity to prove his pace, power and running lines can threaten in a more central role.

He forged a midfield partnership with Dingwall against Wales in March and the Saints backs will be using their club understanding to ensure they are a force in the first of four matches at Twickenham next month.

“We haven't played in the centres for Northampton this season but we have played a fair bit together and in a few fairly big games,” Dingwall said.

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