Ken Owens

Welsh hooker and national captain whose whole-hearted commitment, reliable set-piece work and passionate leadership have made him one of the most respected figures in Welsh rugby.

Ken Owens is Wales's reliable hooker and a key leader in the Welsh setup, a Carmarthen native whose lineout throwing, scrummaging, and leadership have been central to Wales's forward pack. A Lions tourist who has been consistently valued for his accuracy and professionalism, Owens has been one of Welsh rugby's most dependable performers for nearly a decade.