Late call into the squad after Scot Simon Taylor suffered hamstring problems in training, Jones had taken Sir Clive Woodward's eye after a stunning performance in Wales' 77-3 demolition of the USA last week.

Jones also has the chance to rekindle his successful back-row partnership with national captain Michael Owen, who looks a certainty for a start in the first Test.

Also possesses the versatility to play in the second row where his height and bulk can be more than a match for the powerful All Blacks.

Contributed three tries last season for his Ospreys club and helped them to the Celtic League crown and the Celtic Cup final.