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Cardiff signs Tom Manz on loan from Leicester for 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 11:40 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Cardiff signs Tom Manz on loan from Leicester for 2026-27 season
Summary

Cardiff has signed lock Tom Manz from Leicester on a season-long loan ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. Standing at 6ft 8in, Manz played 10 matches for Leicester last season and is expected to strengthen Cardiff's second-row options in the United Rugby Championship. The team faced challenges in the second row last season, prompting the move after missing Welsh international Christ Tshiunza, who joined Sale. Cardiff will hold pre-season fixtures against Worcester and Exeter before beginning their URC season against Scarlets on September 26.

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  • •Cardiff signs Tom Manz on a season-long loan.
  • •Manz played 10 matches for Leicester in the last season.
  • •Cardiff made the playoffs despite second-row struggles.
  • •Team will face Worcester and Exeter in pre-season fixtures.
  • •URC season opener against Scarlets is on September 26.
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  • 11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Cardiff sign Leicester lock Manz on loan
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Cardiff strengthen pack ahead of 2026-27 season by signing Leicester lock Tom Manz on loan.

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