Wilkinson dropped for England-Ireland clash

England coach Brian Ashton has dropped Jonny Wilkinson for this weekend's Six Nations clash against Ireland at Twickenham.

Wilkinson dropped for England-Ireland clash
Tue, 11 Mar, 2008 - 13:54
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England coach Brian Ashton has dropped Jonny Wilkinson for this weekend's Six Nations clash against Ireland at Twickenham.

The fly-half will be replaced by Danny Cipriani following a poor display in last weekend's game against Scotland.

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