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Uncertainty over Ashton's ban dates as RFU queries Sale friendly
The dates of Chris Ashton's seven-week ban for a dangerous tackle may be changed, which could hit the Sale winger's hopes of an England recall.

England wing Ashton gets seven-week ban for tip tackle
England wing Chris Ashton is banned for seven weeks after his red card in Sale Sharks' pre-season friendly against Castres.
- From the sectionSale

Prop Wilson, 24, retires through injury
Newcastle Falcons prop Scott Wilson is forced to retire from professional rugby at the age of 24 because of a neck injury.
- From the sectionNewcastle
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