The highly anticipated Welsh Derby is set to ignite as the Dragons face Cardiff Rugby in the latest United Rugby Championship (URC) encounter. Both teams are eager to secure a crucial victory, adding another chapter to their long-standing rivalry.
Match Preview: Dragons vs Cardiff in URC
Team Lineups
Here’s a look at the starting lineups for both teams:
Dragons Starting Lineup
- 15. O’Brien
- 14. Dyer
- 13. Owen
- 12. Ackerman
- 11. Inisi
- 10. de Beer
- 9. R Williams
- 1. W Jones
- 2. Coghlan
- 3. Hunt
- 4. S Davies
- 5. Carter
- 6. Lewis-Hughes
- 7. Beddall
- 8. Wainwright
Dragons Substitutes
- 16. Burrows
- 17. Martinez
- 18. Lewis
- 19. Screech
- 20. Woodman
- 21. Armstrong
- 22. Evans
- 23. Anderson
Cardiff Rugby Starting Lineup
- 15. Winnett
- 14. Adams
- 13. Beetham
- 12. Thomas
- 11. Bowen
- 10. Sheedy
- 9. Davies
- 1. Domachowski
- 2. Belcher
- 3. Assiratti
- 4. McNally
- 5. Nott
- 6. Mann
- 7. Thomas
- 8. Faletau
Cardiff Rugby Substitutes
- 16. E Lloyd
- 17. Southworth
- 18. Sebastian
- 19. Thornton
- 20. Lawrence
- 21. Basham
- 22. Mulder
- 23. Lloyd
Anticipation Builds for a Thrilling Encounter
This derby promises to deliver high stakes and intense competition as each side aims for supremacy in the URC. The Dragons and Cardiff Rugby have built a fierce rivalry over the years, making this matchup a must-watch event for fans.
As kickoff approaches, both teams are ready to showcase their skills, strategy, and heart on the pitch. Spectators can expect a passionate display from both sides as they compete not just for points, but for pride in this storied Welsh Derby.





