| Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Date: Saturday, 12 November Kick-off: 17:30 GMT |
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While it may have been a devastating defeat for Wales, New Zealand will not be forgotten.
Few can claim to have made their international debut against New Zealand or scored in their first Test. Dyer can now claim this accolade at 22 years old.
Dyer said that “a few people” had told him that, no matter the outcome, there is no way to take this moment from you. told the told the Scrum V podcast.
“You’re an international player who has played against All Blacks. Not many people have done that.”
It was a moment that he shared with his family, which was part of nearly 73,000 supporters at Principality Stadium.
His journey began at Newport HSOB, Pill Harriers, Risca and his education at Bassaleg School. He then moved on to the Dragons setup before international rugby became a possibility.
Dyer nearly lost his cool at first, as he expressed his emotions during national anthem. This surprised him.
Dyer stated, “I am kinda that tough cookie that you cry alone, not in front people, that type of person.”
“It was likely just more because your family has been through it, they will be there to watch over you.
“What I did was give back to them what they gave to me.”
“I was just happy to be there. It was a mixture of all emotions for me at the time. It was something I did not want to do, but it was too much.
“It was surreal. After warming up, we can then go into the game. Everything is closed off.
“I think that the next thing you realize is what you have done, when you see things on Instagram or other social media and realize it’s you.
“I could not have asked for more. Although I have worked hard and had to make mistakes, I continue to work hard to improve my game.
The anthem was followed by the first-half attempt, which was created by Nick Tompkins in the centre and completed by Dyer.
“The 10 tells me what move to make and I think to myself, run the line and hope the move goes well. Dyer recalled that he saw the opportunity and took it.
It was a strange feeling, knowing that I was about to make my first cap. It was surreal, but it was fun.
“I’ve never felt so good after scoring that try on a pitch. I don’t celebrate after scoring a try. I just drop the ball and go.
“The emotions that moment however were surreal.”
Dyer was finally brought back to Earth after being outjumped by Jordie, 6ft 5in tall, for New Zealand’s third attempt.
Dyer was also given some verbals. International rugby is now open.
Dyer said, “They gave me a little bit of gyp following the try but it doesn’t really faze”
“I have an older brother/sister so they have probably taught my well over the years to not take back-chat from anyone trying to downgrade you.”
Dyer draws inspiration from fellow Wales wing member Louis Rees-Zammit.
Dyer added, “When he was breaking though, I was at Dragons watching with Wales.”
“He’s about the same age and I would consider what he was doing in order to improve his game and to keep the team together.
“You can take what they do and turn it into what you want.
“A lot of coaches have taught me to never lose sight of my goal. You won’t always succeed, but you will get there.
Argentina will now be waiting on Saturday, fresh from their win at Twickenham. Dyer hopes to celebrate his maiden win with Wales after a brief international debrief.
“A loss such as that will take the hit on a couple of boys’ egos, and the next pitch you want prove a point to show that you have that fire within you,” he said.
“The win will come when you are ready.” We will all be able to connect and get on the front foot, and then we’ll start to show our potential and open up.