1
Wasps bring in newly capped Argentina prop as injury cover
By Josh Raisey
Wasps have announced the signing of Argentinian loosehead prop Rodrigo Martinez from Paraguayan outfit Olímpia Lions with immediate effect.
The 23-year-old made his debut for the Pumas this year against Australia in the Rugby Championship and went on to earn two more caps, most recently against France.
He will arrive from Súper Liga Americana de Rugby as cover for Ben Harris, who is out with a long-term neck injury. Harris is just one of an extensive injury list at the Coventry Building Society Arena this season.
Wasps head coach Lee Blackett said: "We are thrilled to add Rodrigo to our squad. He will provide vital cover for us in the front row, while we have some injuries in that area.
"Rodrigo is an exciting young prop, who has impressed for Argentina recently. He will bring a lot to our scrum. Scrum Coach Neil Fowkes and the whole coaching group are looking forward to working with him.
Martínez added: "I am very excited to get the chance to play for Wasps in the Gallagher Premiership and Heineken Champions Cup.
"I would like to say a big thank you to Olímpia, I really enjoyed my time playing for them and I wish the Club all the best for the future.
"I can’t wait to get started with all my new teammates and hopefully I can have a positive impact."
Wasps take on Worcester Warriors in the Gallagher Premiership this weekend before Heineken Champions Cup fixtures against Munster and reigning champions Toulouse at the Stade Ernes-Wallon the week after, so Blackett will be all too aware that a tough December awaits.
Trending on RugbyPass
2
Why World Cup winner doesn’t blame All Black for leaving New Zealand
3
Tyrone Green decision has huge bearing on his international future
4
Five legends to be inducted into World Rugby Hall of Fame
5
Latest Comments
BPA is leagues better in the scrum. He’s easily the best in the country - the impact he makes to the scrum is noticeable.
Go to commentsAnyone that knows anything about rugby sees Rassie as a shrewd and smart operator. Someone who isn’t only unafraid of change but who initiates it and embraces it for positive gain. A wily coyote of a coach who has blazed a path littered with success. Sure there’s been a few bumps along the way but his record is there for all to see, unmatched. And he’s done it his way to boot…!
🏆🏆
Go to comments