Former England hooker Brian Moore has insisted that he is not surprised to see Sam Burgess earn a starting spot in the team for Saturday's World Cup clash with Wales.
An injury to Jonathan Joseph has forced Stuart Lancaster to make a change to his side, and reports have suggested that Burgess will replace the Bath centre, while George Ford is expected to make way for Owen Farrell at fly-half.
Joseph is expected to be fit to return against Australia next Saturday.