The Offaly man made his debut for Ireland against Fiji last weekend.
Patience was crucial to Cormac Izuchukwu's emergence as a senior international.
The Offaly flanker is reflecting on his journey into the 6 jersey for Ireland's comprehensive victory over Fiji on Saturday.
After struggling with injury, and playing a good part of last season in the AIL with Ballynahinch, the 24 year old started playing regularly for Ulster towards the end of last season.
He says he's delighted to be playing for Ireland, but he still loves AIL rugby:
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