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Cipriani admits England challenge

Scrum staff
January 12, 2010
Danny Cipriani represents the England Saxons © Getty Images
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London Wasps fly-half Danny Cipriani does not expect his name to be included in England's squad for this year's Six Nations.

The 22-year-old has made just three appearances since returning from a fractured fibula injury and believes he has not yet done enough to warrant a recall to England manager Martin Johnson's squad.

"It's about me playing well enough so that I can get back in the [England] side," said Cipriani, considered by many to be the most exciting player at Johnson's disposal. "I'm not sure if I've had enough game time so I'll understand if I'm not [in the squad]. But a few more games under my belt and hopefully I will be ready. I have played in the last three games and enjoyed it."

Toulon's Jonny Wilkinson filled the England No.10 shirt for their last outing - a 19-6 defeat to New Zealand at Twickenham - and Johnson's options now also include fit-again Leicester fly-half Toby Flood. Northampton's Shane Geraghty is also in the mix for England's opening Six Nations clash against Wales on February 6.

Cipriani also revealed that he expects to have signed a new contract with Wasps by next month - ending speculation that he may opt for a switch across the Channel to France's Top 14.

"There are positive talks going on at Wasps. I am leaving it to my lawyer and the club to keep talking while I focus on my rugby. I just want to be playing the best rugby I can be, wherever that may be. But Wasps have the right coaches and I hope it (contract) can be resolved by February."

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