The NSW Waratahs and Rugby Australia are thrilled to announce loosehead prop Angus Bell has committed his immediate future to the Waratahs and Australian Rugby.
Angus Bell, who had a breakout season in 2020, making his Super Rugby and Wallabies debut in the same year, has re-signed for a further four years taking him through to the end of the 2027 season.
Despite his young age of 22, Bell has already demonstrated remarkable potential throughout his career, solidifying his role as an integral member of both the Waratahs and Wallabies pack, earning 36 Super Rugby and 20 Test caps.
Speaking about his decision to stay with the Waratahs, Bell said, “I’m really excited and grateful to continue my journey here in Australia and at the Waratahs, over the next four years.”
“The Waratahs is like a second home to me and where I started my professional career. I’ve got long family ties here, with my dad also playing for the Waratahs, so it’s pretty special for myself and my family that I’ll continue to wear sky blue.
“It’s an exciting time for the Waratahs and rugby in Australia and I’m looking forward to continuing to do my best for both the Waratahs and the Wallabies.”
NSW Waratahs General Manager of Rugby Andrew Blades expressed his delight at Bell’s re-signing.
"Angus is an outstanding young player who has a huge future ahead of him,” Blades said.
“He's one of the most talented loosehead props in the country and always shows great dedication and work ethic to his craft.
“Belly is a proud New South Welshman, a huge part of this club, and we are thrilled he will continue to play for the Waratahs.”
NSW Waratahs Head Coach, Darren Coleman, said Bell's re-signing was a significant boost for the team.
"Angus is a special player, and he's an important part of our plans for the future," said Coleman.
"He's a hard worker, and his commitment to the team and his development is impressive. We're looking forward to seeing him continue to grow and make a huge impact on the field for us in 2023."
Wallabies head coach Eddie Jones said: “Angus is a promising young player and his long-term commitment to Australian Rugby is a real positive for the game and its supporters.”
"He has the potential to be an important part of this year's World Cup campaign and we’re looking forward to him working hard at Super Rugby level.
“He’s born-and-bred Sydney and a real example of the pathway systems working in Australia.”
The Waratahs open their Super Rugby Pacific campaign this Friday 24 February against the ACT Brumbies at Allianz Stadium.
