Alun Wyn Jones has officially been called up to the Wales squad, but Dan Biggar will keep the captaincy for the remainder of the tournament.
Biggar wins his 100th cap against Italy on Saturday and will continue to wear the armband and lead the squad in the build-up to the game.
The outside-half has been a big success as skipper throughout the Six Nations, leading by example with a series of outstanding displays.
