Cipriani withdraws from Ireland A clash

DANNY Cipriani has withdrawn from the England Saxons squad ahead of Sunday’s game against Ireland A after suffering a family bereavement.

The Wasps fly-half had been set to relaunch his stuttering international career with the England second string at The Recreation ground in Bath. But the RFU confirmed Cipriani is unavailable for selection after losing a close relative.

The RFU statement said: “Danny has the full support of the Saxons coaches and management as well as all at London Wasps through this difficult time.”