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Bio
David Wilson is a talented prop with an industrious work rate and strong ball skills. The 26-year-old began his career at Newcastle Falcons and made his debut in 2003 against Bath at the age of just 18. Six years later he decided to move to Bath after struggling to oust Carl Hayman from the Newcastle team. Having represented England at U21 and Saxons level he made his full senior debut against Argentina in June 2009.