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Tongan juggernaut Vainikolo has endured a frustrating introduction to the Test arena following his high-profile switch from rugby league, but 'The Volcano' is still bubbling and relishing an opportunity to erupt at the Stade de France.

He said: "I've had to pinch myself during the first two games to make sure I was really there. It has been an honour to put the England jersey on. For me, it has been about getting to know different players. I am still learning."

He continued: "I wouldn't change anything, and I am just going to stay positive and do what I do best.

"And it's not only about scoring tries, you want to do the hard yards as well. Sometimes, you don't get the ball for 10 or 15 minutes.

"In rugby league, I would touch the ball 20 times-plus per game. In union, it is about being patient and doing the little things right."

England have not beaten France away in the Six Nations since February 2000 - Vainikolo was playing for Australian rugby league side Canberra Raiders at the time - and early form this season suggests that wait could be extended by another two years.

While England lost at home to Wales for the first time since 1988, then struggled past Italy, France brushed aside Scotland and held off Ireland despite new coach Marc Lievremont blooding several unknowns.

Vainikolo, though, insisted: "It will come. This is our third week together and we are understanding more.

"I have got to be patient. If I get the ball, I will make the most of it. Yes, I get frustrated, but that's the way the game is. I will be hunting for the ball, don't worry."