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Code-crossing star Sam Burgess is in line to make an earlier than expected rugby union debut after being named on the bench for Bath’s Premiership encounter with Harlequins on Friday.
Burgess has not played since fracturing his cheekbone and eye socket during his final appearance for South Sydney in their 30-6 NRL grand final victory over Canterbury on October 5.
The 25-year-old rugby league convert was not expected to make his Bath bow until the end of December, but he has reportedly asked his coaches to be integrated into the squad more quickly.
He will provide cover for the centres against Harlequins, but his ultimate playing position has been the subject of conjecture since he arrived at Bath last month.
Bath head coach Mike Ford believes Burgess will develop into a back-row forward, while England coach Stuart Lancaster is eager to see him play at inside centre.
“If I am quite honest, I don’t know where I am best suited. Over time, I think that will become clear,” Burgess said recently.
“Nothing is set in stone, and there is no pressure on myself from Mike to do anything. I am just going to get in there, knuckle down, and do my best.”
Bath lost 16-12 at home to Sale last weekend and currently sit in third place in the Premiership, two points below leaders Northampton.
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