Schmidt feel’s Aki has “Invested” enough time in Connacht to merit the cap.
Ireland’s head coach was speaking to the media this afternoon after announcing his first XV of the November series, with Bundee Aki’s inclusion a hot topic of conversation.
Schmidt dismissed all the controversy over the player saying he’s “invested” enough time in Connacht to be in with a shout to be chosen for the county he lives in.
You can see the new Zealander’s press briefing here.
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