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Jackson admits it doesn't get much better than playing the All Blacks

Jackson eyeing dream Scotland debut

21 October 2010, 9:27 am

By Sportsbeat

Ruaridh Jackson admits he can't think of a better way to earn his maiden Test cap than against New Zealand next month after being selected as part of Scotland's squad for the autumn internationals.

The 22-year-old thought his international bow would come this time last year however a dislocated shoulder prevented him playing any part for Scotland over the past 12 months.

That looks set to change in the coming weeks after Jackson was named as one of four uncapped players in Andy Robinson’s 34-strong squad for the Tests against the All Blacks, South Africa and Samoa.

Scotland kick-start their autumn campaign against New Zealand on November 13 and Jackson revealed a chance to play, even off the bench, would be a dream come true.

“I feel part of the squad having been involved with them on a few occasions over the last few years but I am desperate to get involved in the Test squad at some point,” said Jackson.

“If I were to come on against New Zealand that would be a good one to start your international career off with – I don’t think you are going to top that.

“And if Dan Carter was playing it would be incredible but saying that there is still a lot of time before the camp so I am trying not to look at it just yet."