Liam Belcher: Wales hooker back for Cardiff after ‘scary’ nerve issue

Wales hooker Liam Belcher is glad to be back to full power with Cardiff after a “scary” injury that resulted in him losing feeling in his arm.

The 29-year-old front rower featured in the autumn Tests against Argentina and Japan until he was sidelined by a nerve issue.

The hooker returned to captain Cardiff against Scarlets in the United Rugby Championship on Friday, providing some cheer in a frustrating 21-17 loss.

“It was a concerning one, I’d never had it before,” said Belcher.

“It was a bit scary, losing power in your arm – then it hit the tricep and went on to the forearm and grip.

“The only positive I can take against Scarlets was that I got through OK and there weren’t any repercussions.”