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James Davies won't change who he is, even if his personality is the reason he is being confusingly snubbed by the Welsh management.

Speaking after the Scarlets' stunning win over Munster in the Guinness Pro12 final, Davies addressed the issue that has been on the lips of most Welsh rugby fans over the past fortnight.

His omission from the Wales squad for the upcoming summer tour has left many onlookers scratching their heads, given that his stunning form has been a common theme of the Scarlets' successful season.

When asked if the Welsh management had given him any real reason for their decision, he told Sky Sports: "Not really, no.

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"I don't want to say too much but if my personality doesn't fit, then that's the way it is. I'm not going to change my personality for a few caps.

"You've seen what I do for the Scarlets week in, week out. I play for the boys and that will never change."

Former Welsh rugby stars, including Mike Phillips and Andy Powell have voiced their disapproval of the decision not to select Davies, with the former scrum-half branding the situation a joke.

Away from the field, the 26-year-old brother of Welsh international Jonathan is a larger than life character and there have been suggestions that his personality might not fit.

And whilst he isn't prepared to change, he insists that achieving international honours remains the ultimate goal.

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"Of course (I'm hungry to get caps), that's the pinnacle, to play for your country. But if that doesn't come, then it doesn't come.

"It's not going to change the way I play for the Scarlets, I give it my all in every game.

"It's just the way it is."