Gatland rues giving away ‘soft tries’

Warren Gatland head coach of Wales ahead of Stade de Bordeaux on September 10, 2023 in Bordeaux, France

Warren Gatland was the first to admit that his young Welsh side was overpowered by the world champion Springboks as they conceded eight tries in the 52-16 defeat in their final Vodafone Summer Series match at Principality Stadium. But he believes the lessons learned from playing against a team hoping

Lydiate aiming for third tilt at World Cup

George North of Wales and Vinaya Habosi of Fiji compete to make the catch during the Rugby World Cup France 2023 match between Wales and Fiji at Nouveau Stade de Bordeaux on September 10, 2023 in Bordeaux, France

Dan Lydiate’s World Cup debut was against South Africa 12 years ago and now the returning Dragons RFC back row man is hoping to stay the course for a third tilt at the global tournament. The 33-year-old has made more comebacks from injury than Frank Sinatra did to the stage.

Wales make changes to starting line-up for Springboks clash

A general view of play as the two teams contest a line out during the Rugby World Cup France 2023 match between Wales and Australia at Parc Olympique on September 24, 2023 in Lyon, France

Cai Evans will win his first Welsh cap against South Africa on Saturday after being called into the side to take over from Liam Williams. Originally selected among the replacements for the final game in the Vodafone Summer Series, the 24-year-old will make his debut 36 years on from when

Wallabies back youth to take on world in France

Robert Leota of Australia breaks past Tomas Francis of Wales during the Rugby World Cup France 2023 match between Wales and Australia at Parc Olympique on September 24, 2023 in Lyon, France

Wallabies head coach Eddie has backed young players to spearhead Australia’s campaign to win its third Rugby World Cup which kicks off in France next month. Eddie Jones has named 18 forwards, 13 backs and two utility players in the group with 25 men set to feature in their first