Podrezov, Willemse add weight to Irish front row options

LONDON Irish have signed Russia prop Vladimir Podrezov on a short-term deal until the end of the season.Podrezov, 27, who has been capped 34 times by his country and played at the 2019 World Cup, has been training with the Exiles in recent weeks.“This is a fantastic opportunity and one I am really looking forward to,” said Podrezov, formerly of VVA-Podmoskovye. “I’m excited about helping the team out between now and the end of the season.”Director of rugby Declan Kidney added: “Vlad will add to our front row options for the remainder of the sea...

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