Seb Davies will be looking to put his stamp on Wales’ attacking game as Wayne Pivac’s side take on France later this evening.
The Cardiff academy graduate will make his first Guinness Six Nations start against the Grand Slam hopefuls, lining up in the back row alongside club team-mate Josh Navidi and future Blue and Black, Taulupe Faletau.
Davies, who has impressed for both club and country this season, hopes to offer his side something different around the park and will be looking to carry momentum into the Principality Stadium encounter.
“France have a very good forward pack so I think probably the main thing I’ll bring will be physicality around the park, and putting big defensive shifts in,” said the Cardiff star.
“I think my attacking game is my best asset. Getting around the park, making good decisions around whether to carry or pass.
“I’m quite good at getting on the ball and offloading. I was a little bit surprised when Wayne told me I was playing six because I haven’t played six for quite a while, but I’m obviously very happy.
“I think I’ve had a decent impact off the bench. I’m pretty excited.
“Things like the line-out options I fit in well there. I always try to see my versatility as a positive thing.”
France head into the clash after securing victories over Italy, Ireland and Scotland in the opening round of this year’s Championship.
Davies is fully aware of the challenge awaiting his side but believes a strong start could give Wales an edge in Cardiff.
Davies added: “Every game is big, and I’m just trying to make a positive impact. When I get the ball, in defence, putting physical tackles in, around the park offloading and carrying the ball.
“I’m going to just stick to my game and hopefully do everyone proud.
“Of course it’s going to be a big test. Any game is a big test. They are playing very well at the moment. We just have to start well, limit the chances they get in our 22.
“They have a big forward pack so the more we can limit them the better we are going to be. I felt good against England.
“Obviously, we were forced into playing with the ball a lot when we were in our own half. I managed to get the ball in my hands quite a few times which I was happy about.”