the second test victory, levelling the series 1–1. Parks played for in Six Nations, the 2007 World Cup, Scotland's tours to Australia in 2004, South Africa in 2006 and Argentina in 2008, but his poor form for Glasgow Warriors and off field issues lead to him being axed from the Scotland set up throughout 2009. 2010–2012 After enduring an 18-month international exile he was recalled to the Scotland squad for the match 2010 Six Nations Championship tie against . Parks made his return against the Welsh and went on to win an unprecedented three-man-of-the-match awards in four games, being chosen against Wales, Italy and . Parks regained much of the self-belief and confidence that he had previously played with for his club but which often eluded him while playing for Scotland. Parks praised Scottish coach Andy Robinson, saying "he has been a big contributor to the improvement in the Scotland team." His strong performances helped him win over a number of fans and members of the media who had previously been critical of his performances for the national team. Even one of the most hardened critics of Parks, Scottish journalist Alan Massie, gave recognition to the outstanding performances by Parks in the championship. As testament to his first-class performances throughout the 2010 Six Nations he featured in many writers' team of the tournament. Parks continued his fine form for Scotland playing an integral role in securing a 2–0 series victory in the 2010 tour of Argentina. This was Scotland's first ever capped series victory in 50 years of touring. In addition, it was the first time in 26 years that Scotland have won three away internationals in a row. Parks then went on to score all 21 points in Scotland's 21–17 upset win over South Africa with six penalties and a drop-goal. Parks outlined his desire to add to his 53 caps in the November internationals against New Zealand, South Africa and Samoa and in the 2011 RWC. "I've got 53 caps now and I want to build on that. My goal is to get to the World Cup to represent Scotland there." (Interview with BBC Scotland 28 August 2010) On 10 May 2011, Parks was named in Scotland's provisional 40-man squad for the 2011 World Cup. Parks made his first Rugby World Cup 2011 appearance in the 15–6 victory over Georgia where he scored all of the points, with