Former Wales Under 20s tighthead prop Thomas joins Scarlets

Nicky Thomas has linked up with the Scarlets having signed a two-year deal from English Premiership side Gloucester Rugby.

A mainstay of the Wales Under 20 squad, making 20 appearances, Thomas was in the starting line-up for the 2013 World Rugby Championship final loss to England.
 
He spent part of his formative years studying at Hartpury College as well as representing Ospreys. He made five appearances for the Swansea-based region and represented Aberavon and Swansea.
 
Thomas has made 9 appearances for Gloucester but has decided to return to Wales to pursue his international ambitions.