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29 January 2022; A general view inside the stadium before the United Rugby Championship match between Cardiff and Leinster at Cardiff Arms Park in Cardiff, Wales. Photo by Harry Murphy/Sportsfile

WRU defends proposal to halve number of pro teams

The Welsh Rugby Union has recognised the "hurt and anger" caused by their proposal to reduce the number of professional men's sides in Wales from four to two, but insisted maintaining the status quo is not the "right thing" to do.

Rugby • 20 Aug

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - MARCH 11: Coach Steve Tandy during a Scotland training session at the Oriam, on March 11, 2025, in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson/SNS Group via Getty Images)

Wales appoint Tandy as new head coach

Wales have appointed Steve Tandy as their new head coach.

Rugby • 21 Jul

Ireland's Dan Sheehan evades the tackle of Jac Morgan during the 2023 Six Nations clash at the Principality Stadium

Wales captain Morgan motivated by shot at major upset

Captain Jac Morgan says it is a "big motivation" for Wales after being widely written off against Guinness Six Nations title favourites Ireland on Saturday.

Rugby • 21 Feb

Sean Lynn is currently head coach of Gloucester-Hartpury

Sean Lynn appointed Wales women head coach

Sean Lynn said he is "all about setting the right environment" after being appointed as the new Wales women's head coach.

Rugby • 20 Jan

Scarlets celebrate their 2017 Pro12 victory

Scarlets' sad decline symptomatic of Welsh turmoil

Scarlets visit the RDS this evening looking for a first win over Leinster since 2018 but their decline is symptomatic of the state of Welsh rugby.

Rugby • 18 Nov 23

The WRU said it was 'fully committed' to enacting all of the recommendations of the ongoing review

WRU criticised for 'serious failure of governance'

The Welsh Rugby Union was responsible for a "serious failure of governance" and missed opportunities to act on concerning behaviour within the organisation, a report has found.

Rugby • 16 Jun 23

Wales players have threatened to strike, putting their Six Nations game with England in doubt

Wales rugby board sorry for 'stress' caused by dispute

Professional Rugby Board chair Malcom Wall has apologised unreservedly to Welsh players for the "stress and real discomfort" caused by the current contract dispute.

Rugby • 20 Feb 23

"It is now time for someone else to lead the way", says Steve Phillips

Phillips quits as WRU chief amid toxic culture claims

Steve Phillips has resigned as chief executive officer of the Welsh Rugby Union amid allegations of a "toxic culture" at the organisation.

Rugby • 29 Jan 23

Welsh players body 'appalled' by allegations at WRU

Welsh rugby's players say they are 'appalled' by the allegations of misogyny, sexism, racism and homophobia at the game's governing body in Wales.

Rugby • 27 Jan 23

A number of ex-WRU employees have taken part in an investigation by BBC Wales

WRU facing allegations of sexism & discrimination

The Welsh Rugby Union is facing allegations of sexism and discrimination which have left MP and former Wales international Tonia Antoniazzi expressing "great concerns" over the women's game in the country.

Rugby • 23 Jan 23

The players say the sport's governing bodies failed to protect them from permanent brain injury

Amateur players launch lawsuit over brain injuries

A letter of claim has been sent to World Rugby, the Rugby Football Union and the Welsh Rugby Union by more than 55 amateur rugby players over a potential brain injury lawsuit.

Rugby • 19 Jan 23

'We are forecasting a knock-on impact into the next financial year at least'

Welsh rugby union expects to make 'substantial' loss

The Welsh Rugby Union says it expects to make a substantial financial loss this year as a result of the disruption caused by the coronavirus outbreak.

Rugby • 18 Mar 20

Jonathan Davies faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines

Injury blow for Wales with Davies out of Six Nations

Wales centre Jonathan Davies is expected to miss next year's Six Nations Championship following knee surgery.

Rugby • 12 Nov 19

Wales suffer World Cup blow as Faletau is ruled out

Wales will have to plan for the upcoming Rugby World Cup without one of their most influential players after Taulupe Faletau suffered a fresh setback following his long run of injury problems.

Rugby • 01 Aug 19