Six Nations: Dafydd Jenkins backs Dewi Lake to continue as Wales captain

Jenkins, 23, has captained Rob Baxter’s resurgent Exeter Chiefs side this season with the play-offs very much in sight.

“It’s class down there,” he said, citing quality players and quality people.

One of his good friends is Wales forward Christ Tshiunza who has been linked with a move to Cardiff next season.

“I hope he doesn’t [go], because he’s a good mate. We’ve come through all the age groups together,” said Jenkins.

Jenkins says there a similarities in terms of where Exeter were a couple of seasons ago and where Wales find themselves now.

“The thing with Exeter, it wasn’t huge changes we had to make, it was just the little ones, everyday training and stuff,” he said.

“You make those changes, have a good pre-season, have a good first few games, get that momentum and the season comes a lot easier.

“It’s similar here [with Wales]. We’re a young group and I believe if we continue to make those changes and push as a team, we will be a good side.

“I personally see where this group can go. I’m confident by the time we get to the World Cup we’ll be firing and causing teams a lot of problems.”