Cipriani played for the Wasps for more than 50 minutes on Wednesday evening’s Game against Bath. That was his first match since his ankle injury in last May. His recovery was a fast one and as a result, he has been considered healthy enough to play for the English team in their upcoming test against the Pacific Islanders this November. Cipriani would be taking the place vacated by Jonny Wilkinson. Wilkinson suffered a knee injury a few days ago.

“It is very disappointing for Jonny obviously because you can’t wish an injury on anyone,” said Cipriani. “Whether I get picked for England or not, I need to be playing well for Wasps first. So I can’t be thinking too much about that. I need to be thinking about playing European Cup rugby and getting my match head on.”