England are sweating on the fitness of Ollie Lawrence before their final autumn clash with Argentina this weekend.

Lawrence starred on Saturday in the statement victory against the All Blacks but limped off in the closing stages and could be forced to sit out the match against the Pumas on Sunday. The 26-year-old centre will be assessed when England reconvene on Tuesday after an extra day off but if Lawrence is ruled out it would be a blow for Steve Borthwick.

The England head coach may also be without Freddie Steward, who was withdrawn midway through the first half against New Zealand with a head injury, as he prepares for England’s pursuit of an 11th successive victory and a clean sweep of their autumn fixtures. England to launch first Nations Championship campaign with visit to So

See Full Page