Wales

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

United Rugby Championship recap: Cardiff shine but Welsh regions endure tough start

The weekly Welsh view from the United Rugby Championship with Iestyn Rhys-Thomas as Cardiff’s bonus-point win over the Lions was the bright spot for the regions in Round One.
27 September 2025

Wales lose Mason Grady and James Botham for Autumn Series

Wales international Mason Grady has been ruled out of the Autumn Nations Series after suffering an AC joint injury during Cardiff Rugby’s pre-season match against Richmond.
19 September 2025

Wales exit Women's World Cup after being outclassed by Canada

Despite shoots of improvement in Salford, Wales' World Cup hopes were ended by Canada who ran in six tries in a 42-0 victory.
30 August 2025

Scotland overpower Wales 38-8 in World Cup Pool B Clash

Scotland delivered a commanding performance in their opening match of the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup, defeating Wales 38–8 in a Pool B fixture.
23 August 2025

WRU eyes radical shake-up as Welsh Rugby consultation begins

WRU sets out seismic changes with preferred model being for two new clubs, each with a men's and women's, team to be formed.
20 August 2025

WRU to present 'optimal solution’ for Welsh rugby restructure, says Abi Tierney

Welsh rugby faces a big few weeks as WRU chief executive Abi Tierney confirmed that the governing body will deliver its "optimal solution" which could help to reshape the professional game in Wales.
10 August 2025

Steve Tandy: There’s no magic wand or quick fix but Wales have to be a collective

The new Wales boss shared his vision for the national team and spoke about the “big effect” and excitement surrounding Louis Rees-Zammit’s return to rugby.
8 August 2025

Louis Rees-Zammit confirms return to rugby union after NFL stint

Wales international Louis Rees-Zammit has announced his return to rugby union following an 18-month stint pursuing a career in the National Football League.
1 August 2025

Steve Tandy appointed Wales head coach

Steve Tandy has been officially appointed as the new head coach of the Wales national rugby team, taking over from Warren Gatland.
21 July 2025

Wales end losing streak with 31-22 win over Japan in Sapporo

Wales beat Japan 31-22 in Noevir Stadium, ending 18-match losing run with 10-point victory.
12 July 2025

Japan rally to beat Wales 24-19 in heat-soaked Kitakyushu

Japan overturn 19-7 halftime deficit to beat Wales 24-19 in sweltering Test opener
5 July 2025

“Let's hope it's the start of something” - Wales set for key battle with Eddie Jones’ Japan

Wales are closing in on two years without a win, but opportunity knocks against a Brave Blossoms side who have also been misfiring.
4 July 2025

Matt Sherratt resumes as Wales interim head coach for Japan tour

Matt Sherratt resumes as Wales interim head coach for Japan tour, aiming to end a 17-match losing streak.
20 May 2025

Dan Biggar retires after 18-Year rugby career

Wales fly-half Dan Biggar retires after 18 years, ending a career with 112 caps and multiple titles.
7 April 2025

Scotland looking to scale new heights in Women's Six Nations

England will likely dominate the Six Nations conversation in a home World Cup year, but Scotland's opening meeting with Wales will see both teams looking to “push on to new heights”.
20 March 2025

England crush Wales with historic ten-try victory

England thrash Wales in record 68-14 win, but France ultimately go on to clinch Six Nations title.
15 March 2025

England U20s miss out on Six Nations title and Grand Slam after inspired Wales performance

England Under-20s saw their Grand Slam dreams crumble against a determined Wales side who ran out 23-13 winners at Cardiff Arms Park.
14 March 2025