Scrum-half Tomos Williams will captain Gloucester this season.

The Welshman has been a revelation since joining from Cardiff Rugby last summer, and was rightly named the 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership player of the year.

The 30-year-old, who takes over as captain from Lewis Ludlow, also won a call-up to the British & Irish Lions squad for their summer tour of Australia.

A general at half-back, Williams was instrumental in Gloucester's attacking revolution last season, marshalling the side around the park and producing moments of individual brilliance.

Off the field, Williams' leadership and commitment have also impressed the coaches at Kingsholm.

Williams will be assisted by vice-captains Arthur Clark and Seb Atkinson, who both made their international debuts for England this summer.

“I'm incredibly proud to be named captain of such a historic rugby club,” said Williams.

“When I first arrived at Gloucester, I quickly learned how much this club means to the city and how passionate the fans are.

“It's been an honour and a privilege to represent them, both home and away, and to have their support behind us.

“We’ve got an exciting, ambitious group here, and I’m looking forward to leading them on the pitch.”

Director of rugby George Skivington added: "Firstly, I would like to thank Lewis Ludlow for the great work he’s done as club captain over the past five-and-a-half seasons.

“He's fully embodied what this club is all about – passion, desire, grit – and continues to do so every time he steps on the field.

“He'll continue to be an important player for us, but we felt it was the right time to select a new captain.

“Ever since Tomos came in, we viewed him as someone with lots of leadership potential, and over the past season, he's really impressed us with the way he communicates with the lads and the standards that he sets.

“His performances on the field and the impact he has on those around him speak for themselves.

“Arthur and Seb are two really impressive young men and are both already strong leaders in their own right.

“Like Tomos, they demand incredibly high standards of themselves and their team-mates, and that'll only be positive in pushing our club onwards.”