Tomos Williams Shares His Thoughts on New Halfback partnership

However, that wasn’t the first time they had played with each other on the international stage. The pair played together in the 43-0 defeat against France in Paris, where the young outside-half came off the bench to make his debut after 27 minutes.

The 22-year-old replaced injured Owen Watkin as Ben Thomas switched from 10 to 12. There was another time, when Wales faced Italy in Rome, where Edwards came off the bench early in the second half before Williams was substituted later.

But last Sunday was their first time as a halfback pairing at Principality Stadium. This could be Wales’ nine and 10 for some time, as both showed against Los Pumas rhythm and control in attack.

Consistency in this area is like a big anchor for Steve Tandy, as it stabilises the game plan and adds fluency in attack. Perhaps an area the Welsh international side has lacked for some time.

“Yeah, he’s (Edwards) class, very confident player, as he should be,” stated Williams at Wales’ Captain’s Run as Edwards went through his final preparations from the tee.

Williams was absent from the summer tour to Japan due to being Down Under with the British and Irish Lions. When asked about what it was like returning to the Vale Resort training base, he added: “The camp changed anyway (from his last appearance) with the coaching and the personnel, so there was a big change anyway.

“The boys done well to get the win (in Kobe against Japan). I thought it was a big achievement after the streak we were on.

Tomorrow’s early evening encounter against the Brave Blossoms is enormous for both sides, especially for the hosts. As the 2027 Rugby World Cup draw is around the corner, the 12th spot, which is currently occupied by Wales, is still up for grabs.

Tandy’s side sits 0.32 points ahead of Japan, who sit narrowly below them in 13th in the world rankings. A result is very much needed for Wales, who haven’t claimed a victory in their last 10 attempts in Cardiff. “Hopefully we’ll give them (Welsh supporters) something to cheer about,” added Williams on the hunger of winning at home.

“Look, we always come out to win; hopefully, we can win tomorrow. (Japan) like to play quick.