Blockbusting Waratahs winger Taqele Naiyaravoro has been sized up for a Wallabies jersey by national coach Michael Cheika.
Cheika who is also Naiyaravoro’s Super Rugby coach at the Waratahs says it would be “naive” not to consider the Fiji‑born powerhouse for an international debut in Rugby World Cup year.
The 23‑year‑old former Wests Tigers lower‑grade league player has drawn comparisons with Jonah Lomu following his tackle‑busting try against the Western Force last week.
Former Wallabies captain George Gregan was among the commentators to marvel at his awesome firepower after he bumped off three defenders to go to the try line in Perth.
The Waratahs will play the Sharks at 9.40 tonight in the Super Rugby while the Hurricanes will host the Chiefs at 7.35.
In yesterday’s matches, the Blues have fought from behind for a 23‑18 victory over the Bulls while the Reds claimed a 46‑29 win over the Rebels.
