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Irish net Fiji prop

Image: Jerry Yanuyanutawa: Makes the switch from Super Rugby

London Irish have signed Fijian prop Jerry Yanuyanutawa ahead of the new season.

Yanuyanutawa joins Premiership outfit

London Irish have signed Fijian prop Jerry Yanuyanutawa ahead of the new season. The 27-year-old has played for Super Rugby side ACT Brumbies since 2010 and made the first of three international appearances this summer. Yanuyanutawa is a mobile prop forward having started out in the back row. "I am looking forward to joining London Irish and challenging with the other props for a starting berth," he said. "The Aviva Premiership looks a very competitive competition which I am excited to be a part of." London Irish director of rugby, Brian Smith said: "Jerry has a solid set piece game and is a fantastic ball carrier. He will give us another option up front which is crucial during a long and arduous season."

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