Cardiff sign Test props Sebastian and Wainwright

For 2025-26, international tight-head props Javan Sebastian and Sam Wainwright have joined Cardiff from Scarlets and Edinburgh, respectively.

Sebastian, 30, made his Scottish debut in 2021, but he moved from his home town of Scarlets to Edinburgh in 2023.

Before joining Saracens in 2019, Wainwright, 27, made an impression for the North Wales side RGC and the Wales Under-20s.

Under Wayne Pivac’s leadership, he was called by Wales to accompany them on their 2022 tour of South Africa, and he participated in the historic victory over the Springboks there.

Only once has Wales defeated South Africa on their own soil to win.

“Javan has developed as a person and player while also acquiring international experience. With his work in open play, he will improve the Cardiff game model, according to head coach Matt Sherratt.

Sam will give the tight-head position more depth and competition. He has a lot of experience, playing for the Scarlets and the English Premiership at Saracens while also gaining international experience.

He will help us improve our game model because he has a real passion for the set-piece and a strong work ethic.

Sebastian remarked, “I have seen what they have been building at Cardiff over the past few years, and it’s really exciting.

Moving closer to home and family is nice, and I’m eager to give the jersey 100%.

Wainwright stated, “I’m really appreciative of the opportunity Cardiff has given me, and my family and I look forward to visiting the capital and working with such a fantastic team with such a wealth of history.

We have heard nothing but positive things about Cardiff. The setting was a major motivation for signing because it provided a great environment for both players and their families.

The signings come during a rough time for professional rugby in Wales.

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) took them out of administration in April despite serious financial difficulties, and they are now owned by the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU).

The new Professional Rugby Agreement (PRA) was signed by Cardiff and Dragons with the new agreement.