Tough start to the Premiership has Hong Kong primed for Cup of Nations, says James Cunningham
The Kowloon flanker hopes an impressive performance in his side’s match against Tigers on Saturday will see him earn a spot in Leigh Jones’ squad
A tough opening six rounds of the HKRU Premiership will ensure Hong Kong are ready to fire in the Cup of Nations, according to Kowloon flanker James Cunningham.
Hong Kong take on Zimbabwe, Russia and Papua New Guinea in the round robin tournament starting next week and Cunningham, who debuted in last year’s series, is confident the side is well placed.
“Personally I think the local competition has been a lot more competitive this year than last year,” he said.
“Last year was only my first year though, so I don’t know what it was like in previous years. Also, the national training that we have done over the last block has been unreal so it’s great lead up for Cup of Nations.”
Hong Kong-born Cunningham, who spent only six months here as a baby, is only a couple of games back from an ankle injury and is hoping to be in Leigh Jones’ side when it is announced next week.
