Rugby, Australian Football: Andrew praise for Wilkinson return

Newcastle boss Rob Andrew heaped praise on a fit-again Jonny Wilkinson after England's World Cup final hero emerged unscathed from his comeback match.

Andrew admitted that Wilkinson's return "couldn't have gone any better" following a 40-minute appearance during the Falcons' 32-9 victory over Connacht in front of a 4,500 crowd at Galway Sportsground.

Wilkinson is now set for another start - only his second since suffering a career-threatening neck/shoulder injury eight months ago - when Newcastle continue their preparations for the new Zurich Premiership season against Munster in Limerick next Monday.

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