Wales

Wales hooker Richard Hibbard admits he can't wait to pull on the British and Irish Lions jersey for the first time after admitting he feared his chances of playing were over following a knee injury last month.

Wales international Andrew Bishop is confident his injury concerns will be a thing of the past after undergoing surgery on his back.

For Bradley Davies it was reward enough just to be included in the Wales squad to tour Japan this summer but having been appointed captain the second-row admits he cannot wait to get started.

Wales second row Bradley Davies has been given the honour of captaining his nation for the very first time when they tour Japan during the summer.

Winger George North believes Wales' recent struggles against Australia will not impact the success the British & Irish Lions will have when they take on the Wallabies in the three-Test series.

Wales assistant coach Mark Jones believes this summer's two-Test tour to Japan will be the perfect platform for players to make their mark on the international scene.

Richard Hibbard admits he heads to Australia this summer hellbent on leading the British & Irish Lions to victory in order to banish some of his own personal demons in the process.

Wales flanker Sam Warburton admits he relishes competition for places on the international stage as he prepares to lead the British & Irish Lions in Australia.

Wales international Jamie Roberts has revealed he cannot wait to lace up his boots and kick off this summer's British and Irish Lions tour of Australia.