The Roses slipped to a narrow 48-42 defeat in Monday's opening Test, but they produced an inspired comeback to overturn a three-goal half-time deficit to register their first victory over the Silver Ferns since September 2018. "And the way he played showed that he's a team man. And I am very confident about his attitude and his performance." on Sunday night, with the Welshman the overwhelming favourite for the title after Monday's drama. "It was more of a fight; battling in games, the work ethic, the character side. He had to take in heavy blows in games and he really applied himself to the mental and physical side. I think just that whole process of being away from Arsenal and taking on the challenge of Huddersfield was pure testament to his character.