New Zealand might be under pressure, but they are still ranked second in the world and were only pipped to the Rugby Championship title by South Africa on points difference.
Plenty of supposedly non-vintage All Blacks sides have come to Cardiff amid chat of “lost aura” only to go on to ease to victory.
“I grew up watching the 2011 to 2015 team, who were the best in the world, and you put them on a pedestal,” said Jenkins, who is set to face New Zealand for the first time.
“You definitely have that respect for them, but we are looking forward to giving it a crack, it’s a huge opportunity to cause a real upset.
“It’s a game of rugby and anything can happen, but New Zealand are a quality team and you are not going to beat them unless you are 100% on your game. Switch off for a second and you will be under your sticks.
“Coming off losing to England, they are going to be ramped up. We know that, but it’s exciting and we have got nothing to lose.”
Both teams are set to be named on Thursday,
