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Welsh captain, Ryan Jones, insists that he wishes to continue in the job, despite a sub-par season in 08-09.

Jones had been considered as potential captain for the Lions rugby tour to South Africa, but his poor form ultimately meant that he didn’t even make the squad.

While Jones prefers to play at number eight, Welsh coach, Warren Gatland, recently moved him over to the blindside in order to accommodate Andy Powell, leading to further speculation that the Ospreys star could be stood down from his post. It had been Powell who was picked ahead of Jones for the Lions tour also.

Jones took on the Welsh captaincy in 2006, taking over from Gareth Thomas and says:

“It would be someone else’s opinion to say I am not good enough for the job or don’t deserve it.”

However, Jones is confident that his poor form is behind him as he believes Scott Johnson taking over as director of rugby at Ospreys will have a big impact. Jones is aiming to lead by example under the new management, although he could still learn a thing or two playing alongside All Blacks legend, Jerry Collins.