Fin Smith returns for England's autumn opener against Australia

England fly-half Fin Smith has recovered from a calf injury and will start in the opening autumn Test against Australia on Sunday. He leads a team featuring several returning players. Smith, who has started England's last five matches at number 10, was a doubt after leaving Northampton's defeat by Leicester on 24 October. Flanker Ben Curry also returns after 16 months out, tasked with countering Australia's breakdown threats Fraser McReight and Carlo Tizzano. England's squad assembled only Monday, while Australia have played seven Tests since July. Head coach Steve Borthwick acknowledged the challenge, with England facing Japan and New Zealand later this month.