Wales wing Adams signs new Cardiff contract

Wales wing Josh Adams has signed a new deal to extend his stay with Cardiff.

The 30-year-old's previous contract was due to expire in June, although he has agreed fresh terms to secure a "long-term stay" at the Arms Park.

"It was an easy decision for me to make," said Adams.

"My family are very settled in Wales and I absolutely love playing for Cardiff. I hope the supporters can see how much this place and club means to me in my performances."

Adams - who toured with the British & Irish Lions in 2021 - joined Cardiff in 2019 and has scored 37 tries in his 62 appearances to date for the region.

Having joined the likes of fellow Wales duo Alex Mann and James Botham in penning a new deal with the Blue and Blacks, Adams says he hopes to help Cardiff continue to improve in the future.

"We have continued to progress from last season, and we have put ourselves in a good position in the URC (United Rugby Championship)," he said.

"I'm hopeful that the club will continue to push to have the best people in the building so we can continue to evolve and move further forward next season."

Adams has scored six tries in his eight domestic appearances this season for Cardiff - who are currently sixth in the URC table.

Discussing Adams' new contract, head coach Corniel van Zyl said: "Everyone at Cardiff is really pleased that Josh has committed his future to the club.

"It is such a privilege to have a player of his ability and experience staying on."

He added: "The biggest thing about Josh is his drive to succeed from himself, his family and Cardiff. He brings that to the team every day, leading the players, giving them advice and just being an awesome team-mate.

"It is an absolute pleasure to work with Josh and see the impact he has on the group around him."