Sam Burgess switched on for World Cup
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After an uncertain start to his career in rugby union, Sam Burgess believes that his positional move at Bath, from centre to flanker, has enhanced his game and given him a versatility that could improve his credentials for selection in the England World Cup squad.
Stuart Lancaster, the England head coach, will announce his initial training squad of 45 players a week today and Burgess is likely to be among that number.
Lancaster regards Burgess as an option for international rugby only as a centre, so his positional switch initially appeared to stretch even further the odds on him being
Stuart Lancaster, the England head coach, will announce his initial training squad of 45 players a week today and Burgess is likely to be among that number.
Lancaster regards Burgess as an option for international rugby only as a centre, so his positional switch initially appeared to stretch even further the odds on him being
