
Joe Heyes would relish the chance to test himself against Leicester Tigers teammate Nicky Smith if the pair lock horns when England host Wales in their Six Nations opener.
Heyes and Smith proved a potent combination as they dismantled the Harlequins scrum in a 34-7 Gallagher Prem win on Saturday, but could be on opposite sides when their nations clash at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham on 7 February.