Waldrom called up as WC cover

Published: Monday, 19. September, 2011 in category England
Waldrom: Called into the squad as cover

Waldrom, a member of England's initial 45-man Rugby World Cup training squad, will fly to New Zealand on Monday night.

Easter is still receiving treatment for a back injury, which forced him to miss England's 41-10 victory over Georgia on Sunday.

Waldrom is not an official replacement for prop Andrew Sheridan, who suffered a tournament-ending shoulder injury in England's 13-9 victory over Argentina.

England are yet to call up a replacement for Sheridan.

England manager Martin Johnson said: "Nick Easter is still suffering from a sore back so we will be bringing Thomas out as temporary cover.

"We've obviously spoken to Leicester and Thomas will be flying later today."