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New Scarlets hooker Marc Jones has spent his whole career with Sale Sharks besides a two-year spell at Bristol

Hooker Marc Jones has joined Scarlets from Sale Sharks.

The 31-year-old made his first appearance for the Sharks in 2005 and made 158 appearances for the Premiership side.

Jones will compete with Ken Owens, Ryan Elias, Taylor Davies and Dafydd Hughes for a starting place.

"Marc is an experienced player who will challenge our international hookers in Ken and Ryan," said Scarlets coach Wayne Pivac.

"He will also be an important asset to us during the international windows."