Wales hooker Dee agrees new Dragons deal

Elliot Dee made his Wales debut against Georgia in 2017

Wales hooker Elliot Dee has agreed a new long-term contract at the Dragons.

The 52-cap international – who has been named on the bench for Warren Gatland's side for Saturday's Six Nations clash with Italy in Rome – says he wants to play a big role in the future of his home region.

No time has been specified on the new contract for the 30-year-old, but it will come to a boost to the side after a difficult season to date.

The Dragons are bottom of the URC table and have won just two games in all competitions.

But Dee says he is "excited by plans" at the region.

Born in Newbridge, 2019 Grand Slam winner Dee came through the ranks at the Dragons and has made 155 appearances.

He last signed a deal in 2021.

"I am pleased to commit my future to my home club," Dee said.

"I'm proud to come from Gwent and to have spent my career at a team that I hold so close to my heart.

"I grew up on the terraces at Rodney Parade and it's always a proud moment for me when I pull on the jersey.

"I want to play a big role in our future and the seasons ahead. I'm genuinely excited by plans to move us forward so I'm staying to help us all achieve the success and progress we want.

"We have some fantastic talent in the squad, with several exciting young players now pushing through who will be the future of our club.

"We are all working hard collectively to bring success to Dragons RFC and I'm looking forward to what we can achieve together."