Head coach Warren Gatland has strengthened the Wales ranks with a versatile loose forward for Saturday’s Test against the world champion Springboks at Twickenham.Botham, who can across the back row, linked up with the squad on Monday, having initially missed out on Gatland’s selection. His inclusion brings the squad to 38 players, following Eddie James’ call-up last week.Gatland is set to trim the squad to 34 after the Twickenham Test, before Wales embark on a two-Test tour to Australia.
The 10-cap Botham is a dynamic addition to Gatland’s loose-trio options, joining Mackenzie Martin, Jac Morgan, Taine Plumtree, Tommy Reffell, Christ Tshiunza, and Aaron Wainwright.‘s James Botham been called up to the Wales senior men’s training squad for the 2024 summer fixtures, taking the total number of players to 38. He provides cover for all three positions across the back row.