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England pick Wilkinson & Thompson: Jonny Wilkinson will win his first cap for 18 months while Steve Thompson also returns to the England side to face Australia.

All Blacks concede Carter concern: Dan Carter is named in the New Zealand team to play Wales on Saturday despite coach Graham Henry saying he is not 100% fit.

Paterson back training with Scots: Edinburgh full-back Chris Paterson resumes training with the Scotland squad after recovering from a foot infection.

Tuqiri eager to face Springboks: Australian winger Lote Tuqiri hopes to make his Leicester debut against South Africa from the bench on Friday.

Williams braced for aerial attack: Shane Williams says Wales' diminutive back three is ready to be bombarded by New Zealand high kicks in Saturday's Test.

Thompson targets World Cup spot: England hooker Steve Thompson sets his sights on representing his country at the 2011 World Cup following his recall to the side to face Australia.

Sharples handed two-week RFU ban: Gloucester wing Charlie Sharples is suspended for two weeks after pleading guilty to tackling in the air.

Geraghty ready for England start: Northampton Saints' Shane Geraghty is looking forward to playing in a new-look back line for England against Australia on Saturday.

Wing Jones out for three months: Wales and Scarlets wing Mark Jones has been ruled out for a minimum of three months with a knee injury.

Gloucester 5-36 Australia: Australia warm up for Saturday's clash against England with a comfortable win over Gloucester.

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