Be one of the first to sport a new rugby badge. Be one of the first to sport a new rugby badge. The George Thomas Hospice badges, brought out in readiness for Wales' World Cup campaign next year ...

As part of the rebrand, it appears that the name on the badge will be changed to Dragons RFC, while the Dragons' tail that has adorned their badge since 2003 has now been retired.

Cardiff Rugby's takeover by Helford Capital Limited has been completed after the investment group acquired an 84.55% shareholding in the club.

Cardiff Rugby were formed in 1876 following an amalgamation between Cardiff Wanderers and the Glamorgan Football Club and the first game took place on December 2, 1876, against Newport RFC.

For the future of club rugby in Cardiff, that we were able to collaborate so quickly with the WRU, who didn't hesitate to step in. "There's a sense of relief but disappointment and I'll go away ...