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Article: Fallen star Tait looks ready to rise again; Mathew Tait was cast into the rugby wilderness after his England debut failed to live up to the hype, but now his career is back on track, reports Chris Jones.
- Article from:
- The Evening Standard (London, England)
- Article date:
- January 31, 2006
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Byline: CHRIS JONES
THIS time last year Mathew Tait was being tipped as the new star to light up England's midfield. He was the first 18-year-old since Jonny Wilkinson to make his debut for England and coach Andy Robinson believed he had unearthed a gem.
He spoke enthusiastically about Tait's potential, dismissing fears that it was too soon to throw him into Six Nations action against a resurgent Wales.
An afternoon in the company of Gavin Henson quickly shattered Robinson's confidence and cast Tait into the wilderness after just one cap.
This week, as Robinson prepares his England side for another opening Six Nations clash against ...