Ryan Elias reaches 200 appearances for Scarlets against Cardiff in URC opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 12:05 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
Ryan Elias celebrates his 200th appearance for the Scarlets during their match against Cardiff in the United Rugby Championship opener on September 25, 2026. The 31-year-old hooker made his debut in 2014 and has since become a key player and vice-captain. Elias expressed pride in his milestone and believes his best performance may still be ahead. He is hopeful for the upcoming season after a disappointing previous campaign where the Scarlets finished 14th. The game unfolds in Llanelli, where Elias aims to help his team reverse past defeats against Cardiff.
- •Elias made his Scarlets debut in 2014.
- •The match against Cardiff marks the URC season opener.
- •Scarlets finished 14th in the prior season.
- •Elias aims to leverage his experience in leadership roles.
- •Elias hopes to improve the team’s performance this season.
- 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Hooker Elias celebrates 200 not out for Scarlets
"Wales hooker Ryan Elias thinks his best is yet to come as he makes his 200th Scarlets appearance in Saturday's URC opener against Cardiff.
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