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Wales Squad Resolves WRU Dispute Ahead of Fiji Nations Championship Opener

Wales resolved a dispute with the WRU over match fees just days before their Nations Championship opener against Fiji, ensuring preparations continue uninterrupted for upcoming Tests.

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Ireland Prepares for Fly-Half Battle and New Zealand Test at Eden Park

Ireland prepares for a challenging Nations Championship series, facing Australia, Japan, and New Zealand with key injuries and new players in the squad.

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Scarlets Report £2.1m Loss Amidst Financial Challenges and WRU Uncertainty

Scarlets reported a £2.1m loss for 2024-25 amid financial challenges and WRU's plan to reduce Welsh pro clubs. Debt exceeds £10m; PRA signing expected soon.

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Kane James Returns to Wales Squad for Summer Six Nations Championship

Wales coach Steve Tandy has named Kane James in the 33-player squad for the summer Six Nations. Despite representing England U20s, James chose Wales, influenced by Tandy's support and his own roots in Welsh rugby.

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Wales Rugby Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Recent Summer Tours

Test your knowledge of Wales rugby's recent summer tours as they start the Nations Championship against Fiji, with trips to Argentina and South Africa to follow.

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Scarlets Confirm Nigel Davies as Director of Rugby on Two-Year Contract

Nigel Davies returns as Scarlets director of rugby on a two-year deal, reinforcing the squad and coaching staff ahead of the 2026-27 URC season amid Welsh Rugby Union restructuring plans.

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Simon Easterby Anticipates Strong Australian Challenge in Sydney Opener

Ireland coach Simon Easterby expects Australia to assert themselves in the Nations Championship opener in Sydney, highlighting a strong, physical Wallabies side preparing for the Rugby World Cup.

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Exeter Chiefs Taken Over by US Group Black Knight in £25m Deal

US-based Black Knight Rugby completes £25m takeover of Exeter Chiefs, marking the first American ownership in English top-flight rugby.

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Wales Exclude Exeter Lock Jenkins from Summer Nations Championship Tests

Wales lock Dafydd Jenkins is sidelined from the summer Nations Championship Tests due to a shoulder injury. Steve Tandy's 33-man squad includes two uncapped players and sees the return of Tommy Reffell, with Jenkins' absence reducing specialist locks to three.

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Nations Championship: North vs South Rugby Rivalry Intensifies

The Nations Championship pits northern hemisphere rugby teams against southern hemisphere giants in a new global contest, challenging southern dominance with a tighter rivalry and star players in top form.

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Wales U20s Make Major Changes Ahead of Uruguay Clash in Junior World Championship

Wales U20s make major squad changes for their Junior World Championship match against Uruguay, retaining only two starters from the opening win over Georgia. New caps include Cai Gealy, Jack Hoskins, and Brogan Leary as Wales aim for a bonus-point victory.

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Wales Reflects on Barbarians Match Ahead of Nations Championship

George North starred for the Barbarians as Wales secured a 33-31 win at Twickenham. Coach Steve Tandy focuses on squad readiness ahead of the Nations Championship opener against Fiji in Cardiff. Concerns remain over scrum performance and stadium attendance.

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