Ford to miss England tour due to achilles injury

Sale Sharks flyhalf George Ford will miss England's three test matches in Japan and New Zealand due to a pre-existing achilles injury, the RFU said on Sunday.

Ford, who has earned 96 caps for England and scored 10 tries, is the second prominent back to miss the tour with Elliot Daly choosing to remain with his wife during pregnancy.

George Ford will miss England’s Summer Series to Japan and New Zealand.

Wishing you a speedy recovery, @George_Fordy 🙏 pic.twitter.com/hivmak2ja5

— England Rugby (@EnglandRugby) June 9, 2024

"Naturally we’re disappointed," England head coach Steve Borthwick in a statemenet.

"But, following specialist medical advice and in consultation with George himself, we've decided this is the best course of action.”