British and Irish Lions

Wales coach Mike Ruddock believes prop Gethin Jenkins could have played himself into the British & Irish Lions squad with his performance in the Six Nations victory in Paris.

Jenkins played a key role in Wales' ability to repel France in the nerve-fraying scrums and Ruddock believes he proved himself worthy of a place on the Lions' tour of New Zealand.

"Gethin has come on really well on the tight-head side. I am sure (Lions coach) Sir Clive Woodward will have seen his brilliant work on both sides (on Saturday)," said Ruddock.

Wales are now in prime position to secure a first Grand Slam in 27 years and a potential winner-takes all showdown with Ireland looms large on the final weekend.

"We can't talk about the Grand Slam," insisted Ruddock.

"We have got Scotland next up. They had a good win against Italy and they will throw everything at us. The pressure is on us to keep winning."

The Brumbies pair of Ben Mowen and Christian Leali'ifano will get the chance to follow in the footsteps of their team mates by beating the British & Irish Lions when they make their Qantas Wallaby Test debuts against the tourists in Brisbane on Saturday.

Rob Howley says having George North available for selection is a major plus for the British & Irish Lions as they go in search of the tries he believes will be needed to beat the Qantas Wallabies this Saturday.