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Phil Dowson offers update on injured England scrum-half Alex Mitchell

Phil Dowson confirmed Alex Mitchell suffered a hamstring injury during Northampton’s 28-14 win against Gloucester on Saturday evening.

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Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 8:50 PM

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Northampton director of rugby Phil Dowson confirmed Alex Mitchell suffered a hamstring injury against Gloucester.
Mitchell was substituted in the 21st minute, making him a major doubt for England's match against Australia.
The 29-year-old scrum-half has now suffered three separate hamstring injuries during 2026.

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Northampton Saints director of rugby Phil Dowson has confirmed that scrum-half Alex Mitchell suffered a hamstring injury during their 28-14 victory over Gloucester. Mitchell was forced off in the 21st minute at Franklin's Gardens, raising concerns about his availability for England's upcoming Nations Championship match against Australia.

Dowson admitted the club does not yet know the severity of the injury but stated they must be cautious, noting Mitchell had already suffered three separate hamstring issues in 2026. Northampton also managed the win without injured duo Fin Smith and Archie McParland, who are dealing with calf problems.

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