Rugby Daly will be key at World Cup - Borthwick

ELLIOT Daly will make his first appearance since the British and Irish Lions tour with backing from Steve Borthwick to remain an influential figure for England through to the 2027 World Cup and beyond.

- Duncan BECH

England's Elliot Daly

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Daly starts the final match of the autumn against Argentina on Sunday in place of the injured Tom Roebuck with Borthwick making six changes to the side that crushed New Zealand 33-19.

The versatile 33-year-old back made a blistering start to the Lions' visit to Australia only to return home early because of a fractured forearm sustained against the Queensland Reds on July 2 that required the insertion of a plate containing 16 screws.

Now given the all-clear to resume playing, he will take on Argentina at Allianz Stadium with his ability to connect with teammates, skill under the high ball, long-range kicking off the left foot and experience seen as important weapons.

Borthwick believes the 73-cap veteran's recent spell out of the game will lengthen his career as will his rugby intelligence.