In January 2017, he signed a two-year contract with European champions Saracens. “The 63-times Wales cap last December signed a three-year contract worth £400,000 a year in a deal which would have netted him a staggering £1.2m.”, “But he could lose up to a quarter of it after being asked to take a long term 25 per cent pay cut following the financial crisis which has engulfed rugby in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.”. Scarlets announced in December 2019 that the British and Irish Lion was returning home after agreeing a move from English champions Saracens. Williams entered the 2017 Six Nations in a rich vein of form and finished it with a bundle of tries and Wales' standout performer. Made his Llanelli RFC debut against Carmarthen Quins in March 2010. He made his debut at full-back against the Barbarians in June 2012, going on to feature against New Zealand and Australia in that year’s Dove Men Series. Wales and British and Irish Lions full-back Liam Williams is to rejoin the Scarlets from Saracens. The 28-year-old was initially due to return in the summer after three seasons in North London. He is famous for his unusual running style. All Blacks star Rieko Ioane in doubt for Bledisloe Cup II as... 'NZ Rugby c**ked that up': Sir Graham Henry's swipe at All Blacks coach, Ex-England scrum-half hits out at Eddie Jones' 'publicity stunt, nonsense' treatment of Ben Spencer, What the Scarlets best XV might look like next season, Ex-Wales international James Hook is back in rugby after securing two different coaching roles. He toured Japan in the summer of 2013 and made his 6 Nations debut in the defeat to Ireland at Lansdowne Road in 2014. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Williams started all 3 of the Lions test matches against the All Blacks and featured in 2 tests for Wales in 2017. Another setback? He was named in Wales 2018 6 Nations squad and entered the competition having scored 9 tries from in his 45 tests. Made his PRO12 debut for Scarlets at Connacht in September 2011. He helped Scarlets to win the Guinness PRO12 title against Munster in Dublin in 2017, scoring the opening try, before moving to Saracens after the 2017 Lions tour. He started in 3 pool games at RWC2015, but a foot injury sustained against Australia ended his tournament. Access Free 30 Day Trial to Ad Free Rugby Content on The XV Now, 'Complete and utter bulls***' - Liam Williams blasts report claiming he could be set to leave Scarlets, Andy Farrell breaks his silence on the Ireland axing of John Cooney. Made his Llanelli RFC debut against Carmarthen Qu… Williams had a dream debut for the Scarlets against Connacht in September 2011, proving himself to be a reliable attacking outlets for the Scarlet’s. Ever since returning from the JWC June 2011, he has been in and around the Wales National Squad. He underwent foot surgery in June, 2015, and faced a race against time to be fit for the World Cup. He played in Wales' last 19 RBS 6 Nations games and became only the third Welshman to score a try in 4 successive RBS 6 Nations matches 2016-17. Liam Williams. Exclusive: Liam Williams bombshell as Wales star could now leave Scarlets without playing a match amid dispute https://t.co/KA809pJz9H, — WalesOnline Rugby (@WalesRugby) August 17, 2020. As well as 56 Welsh caps, in which he has bagged a dozen tries, he started in the three Tests for the British & Irish Lions in their series draw in New Zealand in 2017. Williams, who was a key member of the Scarlets’ PRO12 title-winning side, hasn’t played since suffering an ankle injury at the Rugby World Cup in Japan and has been completing his rehab as part of Wayne Pivac’s Six Nations squad at their base at the Vale Resort. He scored a try for his new team as they won the Gallagher Premiership title in 2019 while he also helped Saracens to Heineken Champions Cup glory. However, Scarlets, Williams and Saracens came to a mutual agreement that allowed the full-back to play for his former side earlier than initially anticipated. Fax: 029 2082 2474, © 2020 Content Copyright Welsh Rugby Union, Statistical Data © Opta, 1.88 m (6' 2“), 89.09 kg (14st 0lbs). He came through and played against Uruguay, England and Australia. Wales star Liam Williams has blasted a report claiming he could be set leave Welsh PRO14 region, the Scarlets, over an impending salary cut. Principality Stadium, Westgate Street, Cardiff CF10 1NS, Email: info@wru.wales Telephone: 02920 822 000 Capped by Wales at U20 level in 2011 in both the Six Nations and Word Rugby Junior Championships, he played for a season with Llanelli before making his Scarlets regional debut against Connacht on 10 September, 2011. The... Leinster’s sombre exit from the Champions Cup yesterday heralded the conclusion of a noteworthy rugby career, that of Rob Kearney’s. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. With 62 caps for Wales and three Test starts for the Lions, Williams is regarded as one of the leading full-backs in world rugby with his devastating counter-attacking threat and ability under the high ball. A Wales Online article claims Williams is set for talks with the region over a 25 per cent pay cut that is the process of being pushed through by the Llanelli based side. Williams was a member of the Wales U20 squad that played in the IRB Junior World Championship in 2011. Liam Williams. RugbyPass is the premier destination for rugby fans across the globe, with the best news, analysis, shows, highlights, podcasts, documentaries, live match & player stats, live blog feeds, and in some territories live streaming of the world's greatest rugby tournaments all in HD. Sign up to our mailing list for a weekly digest from the wide world of rugby. Liam Williams The rugby morning headlines from Wales and beyond. He was again named for the Wales squad for the 2020 Six Nations with a total of 62 caps. Sign up and be the first to know. Liam Williams will celebrate with family and Wales rugby public when he wins his 50th cap against Tonga in Cardiff. Equally at home on the wing, in his 50 starts for Wales he has played wing 25 times and full back 25 times [up to 1 August, 2019]. 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He launched his rugby career at Waunarlwydd RFC and has since turned into one of the best full-backs in the world game. Williams also has a daughter, however, he hasn't disclosed any detail about the mother of the child. Ever since returning from the JWC June 2011, he has been in and around the Wales National Squad. He was on the wing for the games against New Zealand and Australia in the autumn series in 2012, but missed the 2013 6 Nations. The report says Williams is on £400,000 a season and could be set to lose £100,000 thanks to the salary cuts. Equally at home on the wing, in his 50 starts for Wales he has played wing 25 times and full back 25 times [up to 1 August, 2019]. Willimas took to Twitter to call out the report, tweeting: “Complete and utter bullshit. Don’t expect anything less from you”. He was selected in his 1st British and Irish Lions tour in 2017 and at his time of selection had made 43 Welsh caps. Williams is not married, however, he has been in a longtime relationship with model Sophie Harries. His versatility to play either wing or full-back is also a valuable asset and he will link up with a strong back-three pool at Parc y Scarlets. Buy tickets to watch Liam Williams in action at the Principality Stadium, Subscribe to our weekly newsletter featuring the latest news, highlights and fixtures. His first Welsh cap came at full-back against the Barbarians at the Millennium Stadium on 2 June, 2012, and he was also selected to go on the Wales tour to Australia that summer, playing in one match against the ACT Brumbies in Canberra. Don’t expect anything less from you @WalesOnline #Clickbait https://t.co/6ooIKeOasC, — Liam Williams (@SanjayWills) August 17, 2020. Liam Williams is a former scaffolder who turned into a full-time professional rugby player in 2011. Despite the player’s statement, Wales Online have not removed either the Tweet or the article on their website, suggesting they stand by the piece. Liam Williams is a former scaffolder who turned into a full-time professional rugby player in 2011. Williams’ expected move has been confirmed by the player and Scarlets , … He launched his rugby career at Waunarlwydd RFC and has since turned into one of the best full-backs in the world game. Liam Williams is a Welsh Rugby player who plays at the position of a fullback or a wing. Wales ace Liam Williams to be fit for start of Six Nations and could now join Scarlets this season. A Wales Online article claims Williams is set for talks with the region over a 25 per cent pay cut that is the process of being pushed through by the Llanelli based side..