Former British and Irish Lion Andy Powell is to return to his native Wales after joining Newport Gwent Dragons in time for the start of next season, the Celtic League club announced Wednesday.

Back-row forward Powell has been without a club since being released by rugby league giants Wigan in January following a short stint with the Warriors. But the powerful 32-year-old is now set to return to the 15-man code where he has won 23 caps for Wales and played for the likes of Cardiff Blues, Wasps and Sale.