While pundits and fans continue to bang the drum for Shaun Stevenson to become an All Black, the Chiefs star is paying no attention to the hype as Super Rugby semi-finals loom.
New Zealand coach Ian Foster will name his squad for the Rugby Championship on Sunday, but Stevenson only has the Brumbies on his mind.
The table-topping Chiefs will host the Australian frontrunners on Saturday, with the winner playing the Crusaders or Blues in the final.
Stevenson has gone from strength to strength since his try-double for the All Blacks XV last year, prompting calls for him to earn a senior test cap.
But despite the fanfare, he isn't looking past the Brumbies, as the Chiefs chase their first Super Rugby title since 2013.
"They can keep talking, but I'm just here to do a job and my next job is to play well in the semi-final against the Brumbies and hopefully put us into a final," Stevenson said.
"Who knows, I'm not the selector, I don't know what they're looking for. All I can do is play well, and that's just doing my job right for the team.
"Whatever happens, happens, and I'm just looking forward to Saturday and ripping into it with our Chiefs boys in front of a big crowd at FMG Stadium.
"It would be huge. It's always a blessing to play for your country and I'm sure if I do get that opportunity, more words will come to mind.
"But if I get picked, I'll be grateful for the opportunity to represent my country and hopefully do my country proud."
Stevenson attributes his form to staying injury free, which has seen him slot in regularly at fullback, whilst also covering the wing.
He is tied for second in the competition for tries, clean breaks, and is ranked third in metres made.
But despite his attacking success, he believes his best is yet to come.
"I've just stayed injury-free, and I think it's just nice and consistent game time," Stevenson said.
"It's like everyone, even if you're just doing a job, you just want to get more time in the saddle, and the more you do it, the better you're going to get at it.
"It's just like footy, the more time you get under your belt, and the consistency of playing with other players in different positions and getting those combos right helps.
"I'm happy with how I'm playing at the moment, but I feel like there are some patches that I can still get better at, there's always room for improvement and growth.
"A few things to touch on, but for me, it's just my defence and getting touches on the ball, and coming into the last few games, you just want to do your job and peel it right back, and do the basics."
