WARREN GATLAND HAS called up Billy Twelvetrees to the British and Irish Lions squad.
The Gloucester player leaves England’s tour of Argentina and will join up with the touring Lions as back line cover in Australia.
“The nature of a Lions tour means that there will inevitably be knocks which take time to recover from,” Gatland said today. “The whole squad have worked hard but a lot of the backs have doubled up over the last two games, either starting or from the bench. Billy played well in the first Test for England and he provides that versatility to cover a variety of positions.”
England head coach Stuart Lancaster added: “All the England players and management are delighted for Billy to get this great opportunity.
“He’s played well for England this year, underlined that form with his display against Argentina at the weekend and goes with our full support and blessing.”
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