Ashley Smith undergoes surgery

Newport Gwent Dragons centre Ashley Smith sustained a fractured jaw during yesterday’s game, when making a tackle in the early minutes.

Smith was assessed at Rodney Parade and then taken to hospital last night where he has undergone surgery to have plates put into his jaw this morning.

Newport Gwent Dragons medical staff and doctors are currently monitoring the 27-year-old and will have a further update on his recovery in 2-4 weeks.