Most recently the 23-year-old stormed out of the Welsh camp ahead of this year’s 2010 RBS 6 Nations encounter against Italy.

His call-up is the first time he has been involved since that incident which many thought would prematurely end his international career leaving him relieved he could get a second change.

“It is like making my debut for Wales again and I can’t wait,” said James.

“When I was told I was in the starting line-up I was shaking like a leaf.
“I’ve just got to push on now and take the chance I have been given.

“I prefer the left wing but if I had to play on the right of course I would play there.

James hasn’t played for his country since their 30-17 defeat against England at Twickenham earlier this year in the 2010 RBS 6 Nations.

He apologised for storming out of the camp after being overlooked for teenager Tom Prydie but faces a second baptism of fire against the All Blacks on Saturday.

James said: “New Zealand are probably the best team in the world and they have some outstanding players but I’ll give 110 per cent.”