Cardiff have moved to strengthen their forward pack
George Nott in action for the Dragons(Image: Kian Abdullah/Huw Evans Agency)
Cardiff have confirmed the signing of former England U20s World Cup winner George Nott from the Dragons.
The athletic second-row joins the Blue & Blacks following three seasons at the Dragons, where he has made 41 appearances.
Standing at 6ft 6in and tipping the scales over 18 stone, Nott brings size and physicality, while being renowned for his technical ability at the lineout and soft skills.
“I’m really looking forward to linking up with Cardiff,” said Nott. Sign up to Inside Welsh rugby on Substack to get exclusive news stories and insight from behind the scenes in Welsh rugby.
“I feel like we have a genuine chance to compete for trophies and I’m excited to be in a professional environment.
“From speaking to both current and past players, I have heard nothing but good things about the environment, they have all been enthusiastic about how much they enjoy it.
“I’ve also always found the Arms Park a really difficult place to play as there is such a good atmosphere, so I’m really looking forward to being on the home side and benefiting from the home fans’ support.”
Nott was born in Bodelwyddan and raised in North Wales, before progressing through the Sale Sharks academy.
He made his first team debut for the Sharks in 2017, and spent five years in the North East before switching to London Irish. Join WalesOnline Rugby’s WhatsApp Channel here to get the breaking news sent straight to your phone for free
The 29-year-old worked closely with Cardiff forwards coach Corniel van Zyl at London Irish and will now compete with Ben Donnell, Josh McNally, Rory Thornton and Teddy Williams.
“We are delighted to be able to secure the services of George,” said Cardiff head coach Matt Sherratt.
“He comes with a really good reputation as a very good operator on and off the field. Get the latest breaking Welsh rugby news stories sent straight to your inbox with our FREE daily newsletter. Sign up here.
“He has an excellent relationship with Corniel from his days at London Irish and has a very good work ethic. We are delighted to have him at The Arms Park.”