Cardiff have signed versatile back Cornel Smit from South African United Rugby Championship (URC) rivals Bulls.
The 28-year-old is a centre who can also play fly-half and wing and is described by Cardiff boss Corniel Van Zyl as a “fantastic addition”.
He added: “He’s a versatile, mature and intelligent player with true quality at 10, the centre and on the wing.
“He’s competed at a high level in South Africa for a number of years and brings the sort of experience and composure that will really complement our backline. Everything we’ve heard about his professionalism and character has been outstanding.”
Smit said: “I can’t wait to get started and contribute on and off the field.”
He will arrive at the Arms Park immediately with the chance to make his URC debut at Zebre on Saturday, 29 November (13:00 GMT).
