Warren Gatland says that “everyone is aware of the situation” as Wales face a critical Guinness Six Nations clash against Italy in Rome. Wales are on the ropes, reeling from a record 13 successive Test match defeats and a 43-0 drubbing by France in their tournament opener.

As galling as that must have been for Llewellyn, who struggled to get himself into the game when Wales weren't putting the ball in his hand on first-phase, given they rarely kept it much longer, James showed how he can be a strong carrier at Test level.

Wales go into the Six Nations in the midst of a historic losing run and with head coach Warren Gatland under immense pressure.

Warren Gatland denies Italy clash is ‘biggest Wales game for 20 years’ - Number eight veteran Taulupe Faletau returns to the starting line-up after a 16-month absence through injury.