British and Irish Lions: Prolific Josh Adams hopes for Test spot

Last update on. From the section Welsh RugbyJosh Adams: Warren Gatland is a proud British and Irish Lions Wing's try-scoring championWales wing Josh Adams hopes his try-scoring feats with the British and Irish Lions will help him earn a spot in Test against South Africa.Adams scored four tries during the 56-14 win over Sigma Lions. He also scored in the warm up victory over Japan.Before the Springboks take on the Lions, there are four more warm up games.Adams, 26, said that every opportunity to play is an opportunity to make a statement."There were a few walk ins, so I can't take too many credit, but I am happy that I scored four."Adams was the only member to start the two first matches.He said that he was pleased to have taken the shorter tour, which had fewer warm up games."There are still more games to play. There are plenty of opportunities for boys, but you only have so many.Before the victory by the Sigma Lions, Adams had never scored four tries in a single game.This is despite the fact that he is a tried scorer with 17 of 32 internationals for Wales.Adams said that a winger is similar to a striker in football. Adams was the top scorer on the 2019 World Cup try scoring charts.There are many other aspects to the game that are important, but once you start a run you try your best to keep it going."I didn’t have to do much for one, or two, but that’s how it works." It's important to be at the right place at right time.Hogg relishes the 'terrific experiences'Adams is currently preparing for the tour as he prepares to become a father. His partner Georgia is due to give birth later in the month.After Warren Gatland's selection, the Cardiff Blues wing decided to travel South Africa. He also discussed the matter with his family.After the game, Georgia spoke to me and said that she didn't want us to jump around so I told her. He said that we want to wait a little, so it was great."I have received the full support from all my family, so it's more than repaying them for backing and giving me their full support before I came."All that I do out here, all my hard work, it's all for them back home."Adams bounced back from being left out in February's Six Nations games for Wales due to a Covid-19 bubble breach. He attended a family celebration celebrating his partner's pregnancies.Adams stated that "Missing both games didn't help, but you have to take your chances when it comes.""I played in the last three games for Wales, and we had a great run as a team."I had great support around me - the union and coaching staff were great to me. I was kept informed at all times. It was just a matter of hard work that I had to do when I returned. It is important to believe. It is easy to lose faith.The Lions will next take on Sharks on July 7, before facing the Bulls three days later.