With the form that he is in at the moment, Fiji born All Black Waisake Naholo is expected to make the starting lineup in their test match against Samoa.

Naholo’s move from the Blues to the Highlanders has paid dividends and he says that his hard work has finally being rewarded.

“It’s a humble feeling. I am excited and overwhelmed. I didn’t know what to say, I was out of words. I can’t describe how I felt. It’s a great achievement. I feel blessed to be part of the All Blacks team.”

The former Cuvu College Student was unwanted by the Blues in 2013 and since moving to the Highlanders, Naholo has scored a total of 10 tries this year.