Liam Williams has handed Warren Gatland a significant fitness boost ahead of Wales' Six Nations opener against Ireland in just over a month's time.
The 31-year-old, who is widely regarded as one of the best full-backs in the world, has recovered from a dislocated shoulder sustained in September to take his place in the Cardiff starting XV for their eagerly anticipated clash with the Ospreys at the Arms Park on New Years Day.
With Leigh Halfpenny also back in action for the Scarlets this weekend, the full-back position is suddenly looking a whole lot better for Wales.