I have never been a fan of Jonny Wilkinson. That might be because the team I support has been on the wrong end of his boot. But I believe it is more because he is little more than a boot, although a very effective one. But I think dropping him, and only him, from the team is unfair. Certainly he made mistakes against Scotland. At times he was aimless. However, look around, there was no support. The rest of the team were lost on the pitch and didn't know where to go. Maybe Jonny is tired of covering for them, holding them together. He was really the reason they managed to get to the finals of the world cup (not that they deserved it), and the rest of the team acknowledged that fact. And he is some sure fire points on the board. Whoever is kicking against Ireland is going to be under some major pressure.
I am pleased to see that Gatland hasn't dropped Philips or Williams for the start against France despite their being sin binned. They have both played well this season. Yes Wales need to tighten the discipline, but these two players will be key.
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