James, 21, is a former England Under-20s World Cup winner who was born in Pembrokeshire and raised in Cardiff.
At 16 years of age, he headed to Sedbergh School in Cumbria, which is considered one of the finest rugby schools in England.
After playing for Wales Under-18s, James turned out for England Under-20s, achieving 19 caps and being part of a World Rugby U20 Championship win.
James, who can play flanker or number eight, joined Exeter and has been a squad regular this season.
He was tipped as a a potential bolter for the Six Nations, but injured his ankle just 12 minutes into the Challenge Cup win against Cardiff in January. He has been sidelined since, but hopes to return by the end of May.
“He’s Welsh,” said Tandy.
“Just having spoken to Kane when I arrived, having been down to see him and stayed in contact, he’s an awesome human being.
“He’s focused on what he wants to become. We’re very lucky to have Kane. He’s very motivated to play for us.”
“Probably the big thing I ALSO like about Kane is he can play anywhere in the back row.
“He’s got pace, he’s explosive and smart with how he sees stuff So there’s so much to like about Kane and how he attacks it.”
Bradley, 23, was born in south London and went to school in Epsom but qualifies for Wales through his Newport-born mother, while older brother Gwilym has played for Cardiff.
He played for Wales Under-20s and formed a centre partnership with Louis Hennessey, who is also now in the senior squad and made his first Test appearance in the 2026 Six Nations.
Woodman, 22, was called into the Six Nations squad while Keddie, 29, has been in impressive form for the Dragons this season.
Keddie’s call-up comes 10 years after being a crucial part of the Under-20s Grand Slam-winning side.
Barratt, 23, has trained with Wales before, while Warren, 26, has been part of senior squads, but has not yet been capped.
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