WIGAN WARRIORS have made another major statement with the signing of forward Bethan Dainton from Leeds Rhinos.

Following the addition of Kelsey Gentles, the former York Valkyrie title-winner who recently left Huddersfield Giants, dual-code Wales star Dainton has been poached by treble-winning Wigan.

Dainton, a full-time soldier in the British Army, played rugby union for Harlequins before switching to league in 2022.

She played 41 times for Leeds, including two Challenge Cup finals and a Grand Final, all of which the Rhinos lost.

The 36-year-old, who has eight Welsh caps in each code, said: “I’m really excited to be signing with the Warriors.

“The team’s style of rugby really suits the way I like to play. I can’t wait to meet the girls, get stuck into pre-season, and work hard to prepare for a big year ahead.”