England coach Steve Borthwick has praised fly-half Fin Smith and hailed all his players' character following their 26-25 win over France at Twickenham on Saturday.

England will play Fin Smith at fly-half as the Northampton Saint gets his first international start with Marcus Smith dropping back to fullback for the Six Nations clash with France

England ignited their Six Nations’ hopes with a last-gasp victory over France. Elliot Daly was England’s hero, scoring a try in the dying moments and Fin Smith converted it to secure a 26-25 victory for Steve Borthwick’s side.