United Rugby Championship: Cardiff sign Leicester lock Tom Manz on loan

Cardiff Rugby have signed Leicester Tigers lock Tom Manz on a season-long loan ahead of the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship season. The 24-year-old, who stands 6ft 8in and made 10 appearances for Leicester last season, strengthens Cardiff's second-row options. The signing follows Cardiff's failed attempt to recruit Wales international Christ Tshiunza, who joined Sale, with Tongan Semisi Paea also recently added to the squad.