The Scarlets have successfully secured the signing of Blair Murray, a versatile back from Canterbury, who is eligible to play for Wales. At 22 years old, Murray has garnered interest from clubs in England and France, but has chosen to join the Scarlets, providing a significant boost to head coach Dwayne Peel’s squad, especially with the absence of Steff Evans and Tomi Lewis due to injury next season.
Standing at 5ft 8ins and weighing 75kg, Murray has primarily featured for Canterbury in the Bunnings NPC league, where he has displayed his abilities as a dynamic back with a propensity for scoring tries. His impressive performances have earned him the reputation of being a “sensation”, drawing comparisons to legendary All Blacks players. With the potential to also cover the outside-half position, Murray’s addition to the Scarlets’ back three is poised to inject vitality and skill into the squad.
In addition to Murray, the Scarlets have strengthened their squad with strategic signings in the pack, securing the services of players such as Scotland’s Alec Hepburn, South Africa’s Marnus van der Merwe, and Australia’s Max Douglas. These significant acquisitions illustrate the Scarlets’ dedication to enhancing their team across various positions to maintain competitiveness in the upcoming season.
The recruitment of Murray is an indication of the Scarlets’ intention to add depth and versatility to their roster, ensuring they have options in the event of national team call-ups for their key players. Moreover, with playing budgets set to be more stringent, securing promising talents like Murray represents a prudent approach to squad building for all Welsh teams.
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With a potential talent like Blair Murray set to join the Scarlets, the team’s supporters can anticipate an exciting season ahead as they await the impact of his arrival on the field.