Championship
Dec 28, 2014 3.00pm
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HT : 0 2
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  • Danny Shittu 13' yellowcard
  • David Forde 35' yellowcard
  • Andy Wilkinson 45' yellowcard
  • Scott McDonald 62' yellowcard
  • Shaun Williams 80' redcard
  • goal Yann Kermorgant 32'
  • yellowcard Andrew Surman 34'
  • goal Harry Arter 42'
  • yellowcard Adam Smith 52'
  • yellowcard Callum Wilson 80'

Billy Vunipola, Anthony Watson to start for England in Grand Slam decider

Vunipola, Watson start for England

Number eight Billy Vunipola and wing Anthony Watson have been named in England's starting XV for Saturday's Grand Slam showdown against Ireland in the Six Nations.

The Saracens man replaces Nathan Hughes and the Bath player comes in for Jack Nowell as head coach Eddie Jones makes two changes to the side that claimed a 61-21 win over Scotland.

Vunipola made his comeback from a knee injury against Vern Cotter's side, while Watson scored a try on his return following a hamstring problem, and they will both now start as England seek a record-breaking 19th straight victory and back-to-back Grand Slams.

In addition, Elliot Daly is fit to start on the left wing, while flanker Tom Wood is set to win his 50th cap from the bench.

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