Capped 13-times for Wales, the 29-year-old started his career with the Ospreys, amassing over 100 appearances for the Liberty Stadium based region, before crossing the Severn Bridge to play his rugby at Ashton Gate.
Ryan also played for Porthcawl, Bridgend and Aberavon before joining the Ospreys and by returning to Wales he will link up with former team mates Richard Hibbard and Gavin Henson at the Dragons.
Bevington won international honours for Wales at under 16s, 18s, 19s and 20s, playing in 29 out of 32 possible age grade internationals over that period before his senior international debut against the Barbarians in 2011. His last Wales outing was four years ago against Italy in the 2014 Six Nations.
Head Coach Bernard Jackman said that Bevington’s knowledge and experience could only benefit the team.
"Ryan has been a consistent performer during his career both during his time with the Ospreys and with Bristol, so we’re looking forward to having him join the Dragons,” said Jackman.
"His experience on both sides of the bridge, plus with Wales is a valuable asset for any team and he’ll add more quality for us at loosehead. He’s overcome his knee injuries and we think we’re signing him at the right time as front row players reach their prime in their thirties.”
“It’s the perfect time for me to come back to Wales having sampled a year of both the Aviva Premiership and Championship rugby,” added Ryan.
“I’m looking forward to being part of a different culture with a new set of faces. Rhodri and Jordan have already signed from Bristol and I know Richard Hibbard well too, they are all quality players, so with the signings Bernard has made for next season it’ll be a positive environment. The Dragons are going in a new direction to become a better team and organisation.
“Playing for Wales should be every players ambition and I’m no different, but getting a place in the Dragons team and playing well for them is what I’ll be focused on. Hopefully I can add to the team and help the younger players push on and develop a few new things too, you are never too old to learn.”
Ryan also played for Porthcawl, Bridgend and Aberavon before joining the Ospreys and by returning to Wales he will link up with former team mates Richard Hibbard and Gavin Henson at the Dragons.
Bevington won international honours for Wales at under 16s, 18s, 19s and 20s, playing in 29 out of 32 possible age grade internationals over that period before his senior international debut against the Barbarians in 2011. His last Wales outing was four years ago against Italy in the 2014 Six Nations.
Head Coach Bernard Jackman said that Bevington’s knowledge and experience could only benefit the team.
"Ryan has been a consistent performer during his career both during his time with the Ospreys and with Bristol, so we’re looking forward to having him join the Dragons,” said Jackman.
"His experience on both sides of the bridge, plus with Wales is a valuable asset for any team and he’ll add more quality for us at loosehead. He’s overcome his knee injuries and we think we’re signing him at the right time as front row players reach their prime in their thirties.”
“It’s the perfect time for me to come back to Wales having sampled a year of both the Aviva Premiership and Championship rugby,” added Ryan.
“I’m looking forward to being part of a different culture with a new set of faces. Rhodri and Jordan have already signed from Bristol and I know Richard Hibbard well too, they are all quality players, so with the signings Bernard has made for next season it’ll be a positive environment. The Dragons are going in a new direction to become a better team and organisation.
“Playing for Wales should be every players ambition and I’m no different, but getting a place in the Dragons team and playing well for them is what I’ll be focused on. Hopefully I can add to the team and help the younger players push on and develop a few new things too, you are never too old to learn.”
