Wales' Taulupe Faletau ruled out of Six Nations

Wales number eight Taulupe Faletau has been ruled out for the remainder of the Six Nations tournament as he is set to undergo a surgery on a broken arm.

The 28-year-old sustained a broken arm during his stint with Bath Rugby in January and was initially expected to be out of action for eight weeks but now has decided to go under the knife after a consultation with a specialist.

It was also Faletau's second major injury in recent times after a fractured forearm in October forced him to miss the autumn internationals for Warren Gatland's side.

"We're gutted for Taulupe but this is the best course of action for him moving forwards as a player," said Bath director of rugby Todd Blackadder.

"We will know more in terms of timeframes following the surgery, but we're looking forward to welcoming him back into the squad."

Faletau has played 76 Tests including four for British and Irish Lions and his absence will surely be missed by Wales as they aim to maintain their 11-game winning streak.