A second half come-back proved in vain for Wales as England held on to win 14-10 to secure their place in the 9th place final in the Commonwealth Games in Coventry. England were out of the blocks quickest with Will Homer breaking free from 40m for the first try of the
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Fiji end Wales quarter-final hopes
A spirited display by Wales wasn’t enough as Fiji ended their quarter-final hopes in the Commonwealth Games in Coventry. Having lost to Canada in their opening pool game on day one, nothing but a victory against the Olympic champions would have given Richie Pugh’s side a glimmer of hope of
Wales Sevens bounce back in Commonwealth Games
Wales bounced back from a disappointing defeat to Canada to claim a comfortable 38-5 win in the penultimate game on the opening day’s action in the Commonwealth Games sevens competition in Coventry. Richie Pugh’s side simply couldn’t get their hands on the ball against Canada in the morning session where
Andy Farrell Extends Contract To 2025
The IRFU will advise delegates at its Annual Council Meeting later today that Andy Farrell has signed a two-year contract extension that will see him remain as Ireland Men’s head coach until at least August 2025. In his address to Council, IRFU Chief Executive Kevin Potts will congratulate and thank Andy,
Wales all set for Commonwealth Games opening day
The highly anticipated Commonwealth Games 2022 rugby sevens competition will kick off tomorrow on the opening morning of the Games with teams taking to the pitch at Coventry Stadium. A very strong line-up involving the top teams and best men’s and women’s players in the world are ready to showcase
Wilkins targets success on rugby pitch and in new role
Robyn Wilkins is confident she can take her game to a whole new level over the next few months after signing a part-time contract with Welsh Rugby Union. Up until recently the Wales Women’s outside-half was a science teacher at Bassaleg School but has made the move to Disability Sport
Mouthwatering Welsh derby to kick-off United Rugby Championship season
The new United Rugby Championship season will get underway with a mouthwatering Welsh derby between the Scarlets and the Ospreys in Llanelli. Elsewhere on the opening weekend Cardiff Rugby face a mighty challenge as they welcome Munster to the Arms Park, while Dragons RFC face Edinburgh at Murrayfield. All 18

