Six Nations 2018: Wales coach Warren Gatland makes 10 changes for Italy

Behind the scrum Williams moves from wing to full-back to make way for North, while Ospreys centre Owen Watkin will make his first Six Nations start.

Gatland believes he is still fielding a high-calibre team despite the sweeping changes.

“We are bringing in a lot of quality and a lot of experience with the likes of Bradley Davies, Justin Tipuric, George North and Taulupe,” he said.

“Add into that James Davies who gets his first cap, Elliot Dee who gets his first start – this is a great opportunity for them to play tournament rugby.

“It is challenging making changes, but we have picked a really exciting team and Sunday is their chance.

“It is a great opportunity for Taulupe – he is a world-class player, hugely experienced and this will be great for his development and we are looking forward to seeing those leadership qualities come through.”

Wales: L Williams, North, Watkin, Parkes, S Evans; Anscombe, G Davies; Smith, Dee, Francis, Hill, B Davies, Tipuric, J Davies, Faletau (capt).

Replacements: Owens, R Evans, Lee, S Davies, Jenkins, A Davies, Patchell, Halfpenny.