Wales

Wales find learnings but off-field instability could stall any progress

It was a chastening day for Wales against South Africa, but amid the autumn campaign there were still some positives for Steve Tandy and his side, despite the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the domestic game.
2 December 2025

Rassie Erasmus says Eben Etzebeth red card ‘justified’ after Wales rout

Rassie Erasmus says Eben Etzebeth’s red card was justified as the Springboks beat Wales 73–0, with the forward now facing a potential lengthy ban for making contact with the eye of Alex Mann.
1 December 2025

South Africa dominate Wales with 73-0 win

South Africa finished the European tour on a high as they blanked out Wales with a 73-0 victory in Cardiff on Saturday.
30 November 2025

Springboks make nine changes for final tour Test

South Africa have named a heavily rotated squad for their final Test of the year against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday, with scrumhalf Cobus Reinach in line to win his 50th cap.
27 November 2025

Positives amid pain as Wales fall again to ruthless All Blacks

Wales displayed attacking promise in their heavy defeat to New Zealand as Steve Tandy's side offered some positives ahead of facing South Africa.
24 November 2025

Wales lose Aaron Wainwright ahead of All Blacks Test

Wales have been dealt a major setback ahead of Saturday’s Nations Series Test against New Zealand, with experienced back-row forward Aaron Wainwright ruled out.
21 November 2025

Last-gasp Evans kick can lift Wales while Eddie Jones slams late defeat

Their dramatic 24-23 win over Japan can provide Wales with a boost ahead of New Zealand’s visit, while Eddie Jones admitted he ‘wanted to kill someone’ after the Brave Blossoms’ last-minute defeat.
17 November 2025

Wales lose Jac Morgan for rest of Autumn Tests

Wales skipper Jac Morgan suffers dislocated shoulder and will miss remaining autumn internationals.
11 November 2025

'Breath of fresh air’, glimpses of identity but Argentina defeat highlights plenty of work ahead for Wales

Wales opened their Quilter Nations Series with a heavy 52-28 defeat against Argentina at the Principality Stadium - a result that underlined both Los Pumas’ attacking sharpness and work-ons for the hosts.
10 November 2025

Wales captain Jac Morgan set to miss remainder of Autumn Nations Series

Wales captain Jac Morgan is likely to miss the remainder of the Autumn Nations Series after sustaining a suspected dislocated shoulder during his side’s 52-28 defeat to Argentina at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Sunday.
10 November 2025

Seven-try Argentina overpower Wales with a 52-28 win

Argentina came up with a seven try performance as they overpowered Wales with a 52-28 victory at Principality Stadium on Sunday.
10 November 2025

Argentina name experienced squad for Wales clash

Argentina name experienced squad to face Wales in Cardiff as Autumn Nations Series begins.
7 November 2025

Wales boss Tandy hands Carré start, with Rees-Zammit on bench vs Argentina

Amid ongoing domestic uncertainty, Wales and head coach Steve Tandy begin their Quilter Nations Series campaign this weekend against Argentina.
7 November 2025

Welsh regions in focus: URC form and the state of play before autumn internationals

The opening block of fixtures in this season’s United Rugby Championship has drawn to a close and as the league pauses for the Quilter Nations Series, the Welsh regions have plenty to ponder both on and off the field.
28 October 2025

Wales call up Cracknell after Faletau injury setback

Wales add Olly Cracknell to squad as Taulupe Faletau misses Autumn Series through injury.
27 October 2025

WRU to cut Welsh pro teams to three by 2028

WRU confirms plan to reduce pro rugby teams in Wales to three by 2028.
24 October 2025

Louis Rees-Zammit returns as Tandy names first Wales squad

Wales head coach Steve Tandy has announced a 39-man squad for the upcoming Autumn Nations Series, signalling the start of a new era for Welsh rugby.
21 October 2025

Dragons face Cardiff on derby day, Scarlets head to South Africa and Ospreys meet Glasgow

Iestyn Rhys-Thomas' latest URC preview as the Welsh teams prepare for a big weekend. Dragons host Cardiff in the East Wales derby, Scarlets begin their South African tour, and Ospreys aim to challenge Glasgow Warriors.
16 October 2025

Winless Welsh regions eye URC breakthrough while Cardiff look to build on positives

Three Welsh regions remain winless in the United Rugby Championship, but with a draw and a postponement thrown in, could better fortunes be just around the corner?
9 October 2025

United Rugby Championship Round 2: Welsh teams seek victories after mixed opener

The second instalment of the United Rugby Championship season gets underway on Friday night following a tricky opening weekend for the four Welsh teams.
2 October 2025