Corniel van Zyl has held positive talks with Cardiff Blues about their vacant head-coaching position following his failed bid for the Benetton Tigers job, BBC Sport reports. The former Stormers boss's interest in the Welsh region comes as Cardiff sit fifth in the Premiership, just one point behind play-off rivals the Stormers and ten clear of Connacht, though they face a demanding double-header against the Bulls and Sharks in South Africa. Van Zyl's discussions with Cardiff follow his departure from the Stormers role after missing out on the Benetton role, a setback that has now redirected his focus to Wales' top-flight competition.

The Welsh region's strong playoff positioning makes them an attractive destination for experienced coaches seeking immediate silverware contention. Van Zyl's talks with Cardiff represent a significant development in the URC coaching landscape, indicating his continued ambition to secure a Premiership role despite recent setbacks.