Jenkins signs new Cardiff deal

Cardiff Blues have confirmed that Gethin Jenkins has signed a new deal to remain at the region for the 2018-19 season.

Jenkins, who is Wales’ most-capped international is the region’s current captain and has made 11 appearances this season. He will now enter his fourteenth campaign at Cardiff Arms Park.

On the international stage, Jenkins has now amassed 134 caps, including selection on three British & Irish Lions tours.

Jenkins said: “I’m happy to sign a new deal with Cardiff Blues. I have been here for virtually all of my career and I’m enjoying captaining the boys and driving standards within the group.

“Moving away was never really an option for me so it is good to get it done and stay at the Arms Park.

Throughout his Cardiff Blues career, Jenkins has made 193 appearances, scoring eight tries. He was part of both the EDF Energy Cup and Amlin Challenge Cup-winning sides and won the Heineken Cup with Toulon, during his one season away.