Scarlets sign Tom Allen from Hurricanes to bolster squad

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Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Scarlets sign Tom Allen from Hurricanes to bolster squad

Summary

Scarlets have announced the signing of lock Tom Allen from the Hurricanes. The 21-year-old, a former New Zealand Under-20s representative, joins as the club's seventh summer signing, which includes fellow New Zealand player Cullen Grace. Allen brings experience from his time in the National Provincial Championship and recent Super Rugby season. He expressed enthusiasm about joining the club and aims to develop further in this new environment. Scarlets, who finished 14th in the last United Rugby Championship, will open their new campaign against Cardiff on September 26.

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•Tom Allen stands at 6ft 6in and is 21 years old.
•He made 12 appearances for the New Zealand Under-20 team.
•Scarlets aim for improvement after finishing 14th in the last URC season.
•Allen is the seventh new signing for Scarlets this summer.
•Scarlets begin the new season against Cardiff on September 26.

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6:24 AMYahoo Sports — Scarlets sign New Zealand U20 lock Allen

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Scarlets have signed 6ft 6in, 21-year-old former New Zealand Under-20s lock Tom Allen from Super Rugby Pacific champions the Hurricanes.
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