Megan Davey, a 26-year-old rugby player from England, has reignited her international rugby ambitions after being left out of Wales' 2026 Six Nations squad and Sean Lynn's extended training group for the WXV Global Series. Davey, who holds the record for most appearances with the Loughborough Lightning club, had initially considered moving into full-time teaching after her exclusion. She described feeling a "little bit of a wobble" but emphasized that her internal drive has kept her motivated. Davey earned her first of eight caps with Wales at the age of 19 in 2021. Last month, Davey received a call-up to the 39-player squad set to compete against South Africa, USA, and Japan in the WXV Global Series. Davey qualifies for Wales through her grandfather, who was born in Llanelli, but she followed the English pathway system as a young player. She noted that the route for under-20s was previously more aligned with England, but the Welsh system has since improved. Now older, Davey feels she can "really do people proud." Despite joining the camp later than most, Davey said she has been warmly welcomed by her teammates. She acknowledged the challenge of integrating into an established group but expressed eagerness to contribute. Davey has primarily trained as a scrum-half with Wales, facing competition from players like Keira Bevan and Seren Lockwood. Contrary to stereotypes, she noted that players in this position get along well, with a focus on mutual support and the desire for each other's success. Wales will kick off their WXV campaign against South Africa at Cardiff Arms Park on Friday, 18 September (19:15 BST). Davey expressed excitement about the opportunity, stating that playing international rugby is a privilege and that she wants to make her family and coaches proud. She described this as "the final step" in her journey and expressed hope for eventual involvement in the matches.