Scarlets retain flanker Macleod as captain

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Image caption, Josh Macleod has made 115 appearances for Scarlets since his debut in 2015 and played two Tests for Wales

Scarlets have confirmed Wales flanker Josh Macleod will captain the side for a second successive season.

Macleod only managed three appearances last season because of ankle and knee injuries and has not played for nine months since facing Clermont in January.

The 27-year-old is close to a return, but will miss the United Rugby Championship (URC) opener against Benetton in Treviso on Saturday, with Gareth Davies leading the side.

"It is a massive honour for me and my family," said Macleod.

"Personally, it has been a rocky couple of years, some pretty tough moments, but I am hoping to get back out there very soon."