#3. Jonny Wilkinson (England)
In 2013, Gatland revealed the World Cup-winner turned down the chance to tour Australia this summer. The Toulon outside-half was contacted by Gatland but informed the Kiwi coach he was not physically up to the task and would not be available for the start of the tour due to club commitments.
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