Alex Mitchell poised for surprise Prem final spot in Saints and England fitness boost

England scrum-half Alex Mitchell, 29, is in line to return to Northampton Saints' matchday squad for the Premiership final against Exeter at Allianz Stadium on Saturday, having torn a hamstring during an England training camp in Bagshot last month. His club director of rugby Phil Dowson had previously suggested Mitchell would not feature again this season, but Saints are now hopeful he will be available. A fit Mitchell would also be a boost for England as they prepare to name their Nations Championship squad.