Andy Farrell will start at fly-half on Friday in England's big match with South Africa, after Olly Barkley was ruled out with a hip injury.
Farrell who has played just one union match at fly-half, that a Saracens 'A' leage match 11 months ago, will also take on the kicking duties.
The injuries to Wilkinson and Barkley may leave head coach Brian Ashton rueing the decision not bring Toby Flood, Shane Geraghty or Andy Goode as fly-half cover.
Farrell shouldn't be fazed by the situation. He is a player of great experience, and played as first receiver a lot in rugby league, and has acted as first receiver in union games too.
Maybe it will be a blessing in disguise, maybe 'Faz' can bring something to the party which has been lacking with England. His defence is good, so the channels around him should be secure. Let's hope it works!
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