Smith agrees Irish switch

Flanker signs two-year contract

Last Updated: February 22, 2012 1:35pm

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Tom Smith: Will make the move to London Irish from the Ospreys

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Former Wales Under-21s captain Tom Smith has agreed a deal to move to London Irish in the summer.

The talented flanker will make the switch from the Ospreys after signing a two-year contract with the Exiles.

Smith, who was born in Bristol, has established himself as a key figure in the Ospreys pack in recent seasons - scoring two tries in 60 appearances.

London Irish head coach Toby Booth said: "Tom's ability to play at both blindside flanker and No.8 means he will add further to our back row options.

"He is a top-class defender that possesses very good set piece attributes."

Smith added: "I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Ospreys but feel it is time to move on and I am keen to do this at London Irish.

"There are a few Welsh lads in the current London Irish squad who have gone on to be extremely successful in recent seasons and I hope to follow suit when I join this summer."