Cubelli returns to Argentina

Scrum-half Tomás Cubelli has agreed a two-year contract with the Argentina Rugby Union and the Jaguares which sees him return to his homeland.

Cubelli has spent the last two seasons at the Brumbies in Super Rugby and helped them reach two consecutive play-offs.

However, Cubelli admits the prospect of being closer to friends and family was too good an offer to turn down.

"I like the challenge," Cubelli said. "Even though the Jaguares are relatively new to the Super Rugby, for me they already have so much history as a group.

"I have come along way with the Pampas XV, the World Cup and with Los Pumas. Thus, Jaguares is the continuation of all these processes.

"I lived in an incredible country [Australia] but I think there is nothing like [Argentina].

"My family and friends being here have definitely tipped the scale in making the decision.

"I want to look for a good balance and not enter a comfort zone, that all this is the impetus for my game to continue growing. "

Meanwhile, the Secretary of the UAR and Member of the Board of Jaguares Fernando Rizzi, said: "The arrival of Tomás is important.

"He helped one of the most important franchises in Australia reached the play-offs twice. Therefore, he will undoubtedly be a great contribution to a team that is growing in this demanding competition," he added.

Cubelli has been included in Argentina's 33-player squad for the upcoming 2017 Rugby Championship. He was won 55 caps for Argentina.