The run up to last weekend’s Wales vs England Guinness Six Nations match, was dominated by the speculation of the Welsh players striking due to their current contracts within the WRU. It seems that the dust has settled on this crisis, at least for now, but the situation presents a ‘what if’ idea, of Wales’ top regional stars moving over to England.
Here are five Wales stars that could light up the Gallagher Premiership, and the clubs they could potentially sign for if they left the United Rugby Championship.
- Rio Dyer – Dragons —> Harlequins
In a short space of time, Rio Dyer has captured the attention of Welsh rugby fans. The exciting young winger has been making a name for himself, after scoring on his international debut in last Autumn’s match against the All Blacks. A current prospect at the Dragons, Dyer’s style of play would suit perfectly in the famous quarters of Harlequins.
Fast-paced high octane attack, with deceptive strength providing a powerful ball carrier, the ‘Dyer fire’ is a crowd attraction at Rodney Parade. Look no further than his try against Munster, to see how the 23-year-old entertains the Newport crowd.
Exhilarating line breaks, and the ability to step an opponent in a phone-box. Harlequins would certainly welcome Dyer to the Twickenham Stoop, and incorporate the Welshman into their flying phases of attacking rugby. Tabai Matson’s squad pride themselves on playing an entertaining style of rugby, which would suit Dyer down to the ground.