Immanuel Feyi-Waboso can be England's secret weapon, says Slade

06/30/2024 09:36 AM

• Teammate believes wing can surprise New Zealand
• Test series begins in Dunedin on Saturday

The All Blacks have been warned to watch out for England's new secret weapon in Saturday's first Test in Dunedin. New Zealand have not yet encountered the visitors' fast-rising wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and the 21-year-old's Exeter teammate Henry Slade believes they will be in for "a shock" when the two sides meet at the Forsyth Barr Stadium.

Along with everyone else, Slade has been hugely impressed by Feyi-Waboso's rapid progress for club and country and predicts the home side will be surprised by the latter's pace, ability and strength in the tackle. "That guy is one of the most freakishly gifted athletes I've ever seen," said Slade, set to start at outside centre against the All Blacks.