The scrum-half starts in Saturday’s RaboDirect Pro12 clash with Munster at Musgrave Park having played second-fiddle in the opening rounds.
Evans made the number nine jersey his own last season, making 21 starts and eight appearances from the bench, but has played understudy to Richie Rees this campaign.
He has been delighted to be a squad member in the victories over Ulster and the Scarlets but remains frustrated at his limited game time.
“It was a bit of a disappointment not to be in the starting line-up for the opener because I had a lot of game time last season,” said Evans.
“But in fairness to Richie, he has come in and played brilliantly.
“The Ulster game was hard because we won but I didn’t get on the field. I much preferred the Scarlets win and playing a small part with 20 minutes at the end.
“Just being part of a winning team makes such a difference – it’s a much better training environment to come into and everyone is happier but deep down I still want to be playing.”
Evans is desperate to make an impression on director of rugby Lyn Jones in Cork and he insists territory, the breakdown and defence will be key in the encounter.
“The main thing that we have to focus on is territory,” added Edwards.
“In an away game you cannot afford to be stuck in your own half and that is something that hurt us in Edinburgh.
“The ball has been on a plate for Richie. The rucks are opening up and teams are finding it hard to realign in defence.
“That gives the scrum-half such an easy ride and you don’t have to worry about anything as you come into the ruck. The forwards are working very hard.”Â
