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Published 12:51 15 Nov 2014 GMT
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Given the fact that Cave has experience at No.12, it was somewhat surprising that Robbie Henshaw, who had 40 minutes of professional rugby in the role, started against South Africa. 'Robbie had a great game,' says Cave. 'The positions are different but similar, as well, if you get a few reps in a game and in training. Most centres can probably play both if they are given the opportunities. There are two centres slots in the team and if you can play either of them you have more chance of getting a game.'
Cave is looking forward to 'reaping the rewards' outside veteran centre 'legend' Gordon D'Arcy and believes he can lay down a marker at the Aviva Stadium on Sunday. He remarks, I only came in here Monday evening and got wind I might get a game on Tuesday. Only found out on Wednesday. It's such a cliche, but I haven't been worrying about the implications of playing. I've literally trying to find my feet, learning my detail, doing video and get ready to play.'
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