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Ryan Woodman Aims for Wales International Stage After Championship Squad

Ryan Woodman, the Dragons blind-side flanker, seeks to reach the international stage after being part of Wales' Six Nations squad. Woodman was at the Principality Stadium for Wales' 31-17 win against Italy.

Ryan Woodman, who plays blind-side flanker or lock for the Dragons, is eager to compete at the international level after being named to Steve Tandy's squad for the Six Nations Championship. Woodman, though uncapped, was invited to train with the team prior to the Six Nations. He was called up for the final two rounds as a result of Taine Plumtree's injury. The 22-year-old and his brother Oli, who is also with the Dragons, were present at the Principality Stadium for the 31-17 victory over Italy, where he experienced Test standards firsthand. Woodman stated that it was a beneficial experience where he learned a lot. He has been given areas to work on, with the main message being to continue what he has been doing in hopes of progressing.

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  • BBC — URC: Dragons forward Ryan Woodman hungry for Wales action after first call-up
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