Leicester Tigers sign Australian fly-half Jack Bowen

Leicester Tigers have signed Australian fly-half Jack Bowen, 22, from NSW Waratahs on a multi-year deal. Bowen, who made 17 Super Rugby appearances across four seasons, will first spend the 2026/27 season on loan at Japanese club Mitsubishi Dynaboars as part of an established development partnership before joining the Premiership club permanently from 2027. Head coach Geoff Parling highlighted Bowen's significant potential as a playmaker, noting the loan arrangement is designed to further his development.