 His arrival signalled an upturn in form for the Pirates and his first match back saw Port Talbot record an exciting six runs victory at St Fagans.He marked his return to The New Mansel the following week with a blistering 80 from 81 balls in a drawn match against Ynysygerwn.With Thomas back in their ranks, Port Talbot enjoyed a successful debut season in the South Wales Premier League and eventually finished in fourth position.