WLESH Rugby Union chairman Gareth Davies is hoping to shatter the Judgement Day attendance record with a Principality Stadium sell-out in April.

Newport Gwent Dragons will host the Scarlets (5.15pm) after Cardiff Blues entertain the Ospreys (2.45pm) in the capital on Saturday, April 15.

Tickets go on sale at midday (FRI) and have been frozen at £10 as the WRU and Pro Rugby Wales target a crowd to beat last season's 68,262.

It is the fifth time that the double-header has taken place and Davies, chief executive of the Dragons before being elected as chairman of the governing body, hopes there isn't a spare seat in the house.

"There is no reason why this celebration of our regional game will not become an annual sell-out at Principality Stadium and we expect this to be the first year," said Davies.

"Fans have been buying tickets early for Judgement Day since the first one and we would encourage everyone to get their tickets quickly again this year to avoid disappointment.

"To see an atmosphere in our national ground akin to a Welsh international match for the regional game for Judgement Day IV was heart-warming and shows that, if we can get the product right week in week out, the future is bright for Guinness Pro12 rugby and for our national game in general.

"The Judgement Day concept was a sound one from its inception and last season supporters bought into it in their droves, showing the passion and loyalty of the fans in Wales.

"This season's event will be even bigger and better than those that have gone before.

"There is no other occasion when fans can see the very best of Welsh rugby together under one roof, outside of an international match, and I hope JDV really captures the imagination of fans in Wales once again."

Mark Davies, chief executive of Pro Rugby Wales, said: "Last year's Judgement Day games were played at an international level of pace and intensity, with high tempo rugby that showcased the very best of Welsh rugby talent and the quality of the Guinness Pro12 competition.

"The action on the field and the near sell-out crowd in the world's greatest rugby amphitheatre contributed to a breath-taking occasion and a must-attend event."

Tickets cost £10 with booking fees waived for the first week of sale and are available at wru.wales/tickets or by calling 0844 847 1881, in person from the WRU ticket office on Westgate Street, Cardiff or from each of the four regions.

Newport Gwent Dragons season tickets include access to Judgement Day. Contact the Rodney Parade ticket office for more information on on 01633 674990.