Scarlets agree to release Johnny McNicholl to return to New Zealand

Johnny McNicholl is to return home to New Zealand to take up a playing opportunity there. 

RETURNING TO NEW ZEALAND: Mack Hansen of Connacht scores his side's fourth try despite the efforts of Johnny McNicholl of Scarlets during the United Rugby Championship match between Connacht and Scarlets at The Sportsground in Galway. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

Scarlets have agreed to a request from Johnny McNicholl to be relesased from his contract to take up a playing opportunity in New Zealand.

McNicholl has made 130 appearances for the Welsh side over eight seasons scoring 57 tries including one on his debut against Leinster in 2016. The 33-year-old also played 10 times for Wales.