Western Force and Wallabies second-row Jeremy Williams has recommitted until the end of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Williams experienced a breakout year in 2024, becoming one of the key pieces in Joe Schmidt's Wallabies side.
He debuted against Wales in July, featuring in ten out of 13 Tests and starting in seven.
The 24-year-old was named captain of the Western Force at the start of last year after initially making his Super Rugby Pacific debut for the NSW Waratahs in 2022.
“I’m really pleased to be able to re-commit my future to the Western Force and Australian Rugby," Williams said in a statement.
“Since moving to Perth I certainly feel I’ve developed as a player and a person and there’s a number of people here at the Western Force to thank for that.
“I know I have a lot more growth in me and I’ll be working hard to ensure I give myself the best opportunity to be part of what’s an extremely exciting and rare period coming up here in Australian Rugby.”
Williams will bring up 50 Super Rugby caps next week when the Force host Moana Pasifika at HBF Park.
“Jeremy’s re-commitment is a positive for supporters of the Western Force and Australian Rugby," RA Director of High Performance Peter Horne believes.
“He’s a great young player at the start of his international career and a strong ambassador for our game off the field. We’re looking forward to watching him continue to grow and work hard in the Australian system.”
“It’s awesome that Jeremy has chosen Perth as his home and the Western Force as his Super Rugby team," Western Force coach Simon Cron added.
“He is an amazing leader, a great human and a massive part of our environment. The coaching staff, management and players love him being here, so we’re thrilled to have him re-sign and continue to bring his enthusiasm and drive to the program.
“It’s been really exciting to watch his progression and to see him wearing the gold jersey. Our job now is to help him to continue his journey and be the best he can be. We’re definitely looking forward to him leading our team again.”
