England ‘can’t ignore’ Exeter’s Fisilau – Walder

Former fly-half Dave Walder believes that England cannot afford to ignore the talent of Exeter Chiefs’ Samoan scrum-half, Jack Maunder Fisilau. Despite not being a regular starter for Exeter, Walder believes that Maunder has the potential to make a significant impact on the international stage.

Walder, who is now Exeter’s attack coach, has been impressed with Maunder’s performances in training and believes that he has all the qualities needed to succeed at the highest level. He also highlighted Maunder’s versatility and ability to adapt to different styles of play as key strengths.

England head coach Eddie Jones has shown a willingness to give opportunities to players outside of the traditional elite setup, and Walder believes that Maunder deserves a chance to stake his claim for a spot in the national team. He emphasized the importance of having competition for places in the squad.

Maunder has represented England at various age-grade levels and impressed with his performances for Exeter in the Premiership. Walder is confident that he can make the step up to international rugby and believes that he would be a valuable addition to the England squad.

With the Six Nations on the horizon, the pressure is on for players to perform and stake their claim for a place in the England squad. Walder believes that Maunder has the potential to make a significant impact and urged the selectors not to overlook him when considering their options.

In conclusion, Walder believes that England ‘can’t ignore’ the talent of Exeter’s Fisilau and that Maunder deserves a shot at international rugby. With his unique skill set and versatility, Maunder could provide a valuable option for England as they look to compete at the highest level.