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Wales captains Lake and Morgan make Gloucester Prem debuts

Dewi Lake and Jac Morgan, who left Ospreys together in December 2025, prepare for their English club debut against Exeter.

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What to know

  • Two former Wales captains—hooker Dewi Lake and flanker Jac Morgan—moved together from Ospreys to Gloucester in December 2025 as part of a two-for-one deal designed to strengthen the English club.
  • Lake was named Gloucester captain on arrival; Morgan appointed deputy captain, signalling the immediate impact both have made.
  • The pair make their Premiership debuts this Saturday against Exeter, with support from an existing Welsh contingent at the club including fellow Welsh speakers.

“Even the first day at Gloucester, we texted each other and said we'll meet at half past seven in the car park because neither of us wanted to go in on our own.”

Dewi Lake · BBC Sport ↗

Dewi Lake Hooker, Gloucester captainJac Morgan Flanker, Gloucester deputy captainGloucester Rugby Club English Premiership club

Wales captains Lake and Morgan make Gloucester Prem debuts
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  1. upcoming

    Lake and Morgan prepare Prem debuts against Exeter — The pair are set to make their Premiership debuts for Gloucester against Exeter this Saturday, having settled into their new club with support from existing Welsh contingent at Kingsholm.

  2. 1

    Lake unveiled as Gloucester captain, Morgan as deputy

    Dewi Lake was named the new Gloucester captain with Jac Morgan appointed as one of his deputies, reflecting the strong impression the two Welsh players have already made at the club.

    “He's an incredible friend off the field, but on the field also an incredible leader and player.”
    — Dewi Lake · source
    1. 3 outlets Dewi Lake and Jac Morgan: The Wales captains looking to conquer England

      first by BBC, 1d ago · also Yahoo Sports, BBC Sport

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  3. background

    Lake and Morgan sign for Gloucester — Flanker Jac Morgan and hooker Dewi Lake announced they were leaving Ospreys for Gloucester for the 2026-27 season in a two-for-one deal aimed at improving the English club's fortunes.