Cardiff signs Taine Basham from Dragons, player exchange

Cardiff Rugby has officially signed Welsh international Taine Basham from their rivals, the Dragons. This was announced on Tuesday evening. The 25-year-old player is looking to revive his career and return to the Wales national team after losing favor. As part of the deal, Cardiff flanker Thomas Young, along with teammates Seb Davies and Tinus de Beer, will move to the Dragons. Additionally, Cardiff has secured outside-half Ioan Lloyd from the Scarlets. Basham, who has earned 17 caps for Wales, could have joined several clubs but chose Cardiff for the opportunity to develop further. Basham expressed his excitement about joining Cardiff Rugby, stating he was ready for a new challenge. He believes the talented group of players and coaches will help him improve. He hopes to contribute significantly to the team's success. Basham has a strong background in rugby, making 106 appearances and scoring 105 points for the Dragons. He is known for his physical style of play, quickness, and capability in multiple positions in the back row. Cardiff coach Matt Sherratt is enthusiastic about Basham's arrival. He highlighted Basham’s ambition and potential, noting that at 25, he is at a great age to grow within the team. Sherratt expects Basham to make a significant impact and help Cardiff continue to improve in the coming years.