HALF-BACKS
Tomos Williams, Jarrod Evans
WITH Rhys Webb out of the picture due to the WRU’s new selection policy, Gareth Davies has gone from deputy to first-choice without really having to prise the scrum-half jersey from the departing Osprey.
The Scarlets’ scrum-half has yet to fully make the jersey his own - and a bit of competition could be just the boost he needs.
I’d be tempted to start in-form Cardiff Blues youngster Tomos Williams – a tall order given it would be his debut, but that is what the summer is for.
The fly-half jersey was passed around like a beach ball at a rock concert during the Six Nations, with Rhys Patchell, Gareth Anscombe and Dan Biggar all featuring.
At the risk of more changes, I’d start with Jarrod Evans in Washington - with the Blues fly-half having a breakthrough season at the Arms Park.
Neither Williams or Evans have played at this level before but, in a relatively experienced side, this half-back partnership, who have played together all season, could be worth a risk.
Rob Evans, Elliot Dee, Samson Lee
AGAINST South Africa, the need to go with the big guns in the front-row is vital.
Therefore, picking the Scarlets duo of Rob Evans and Samson Lee seems a no-brainer.
Fellow Scarlet and Lions Test star Ken Owens will surely be given a break following a demanding season for club and country - which leaves the hooker jersey up for grabs.
Ryan Elias and Kristian Dacey could be options after featuring on last summer’s tour, but the Dragons Elliot Dee is in pole position after impressing off the bench in the Six Nations.