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WRU Point to Future Destination . . . But There's no Map, Transport or Timetable

The Welsh Rugby Union has made its decison over the future of men's Welsh rugby, but even though the numbers are clear, everything else remains up in the air, as Graham Thomas reports.

Graham Thomas | Oct 24, 2025
Welsh Rugby Union chief executive Abi Tierney, Wales head coach Steve Tandy, and Wales director of rugby Dave Reddin

Steve Tandy’s Wales Set to Play Autumn Matches Against Background of Uncertainty

The raging debate over the future of Welsh rugby is set to roll on into November - but Dave Reddin insists Wales players can overcome any distraction.

Graham Thomas | Oct 02, 2025
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RIP The WRU Two-Club Plan for Welsh Rugby . . . Another Dead Parrot

The Welsh Rugby Union’s bold new world of two teams seems doomed before the sunrise as Graham Thomas reports.

Graham Thomas | Sep 17, 2025
A giant dead parrot. Pic. Alamy

RIP The WRU Two-Club Plan . . . Another Dead Parrot

The Welsh Rugby Union’s bold new world of two teams seems doomed before theMsunrise as Graham Thomas reports.

Graham Thomas | Sep 17, 2025
WRU chief executive Abi Tierney. Pic: Alamy

WRU CEO Abi Tierney to Step Away for Cancer Treatment

Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) chief executive Abi Tierney will temporarily step down from her role from 22 August after being diagnosed with cancer.

Graham Thomas | Aug 13, 2025
WRU chief executive Abi Tierney (left) alongside Wales coach Steve Tandy (centre) and Dave Reddin, WRU director of rugby. Pic: Alamy

WRU Plans Open Door for Fans to Shape Radical Overhaul of Welsh Rugby

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) is launching a major consultation to reshape Welsh rugby, inviting fans, clubs, and players to help decide whether to keep four teams or cut to as few as two.

Graham Thomas | Aug 08, 2025