<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Welsh Rugby Union - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Welsh Rugby Union news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your favorite sport!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 16:55:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Former Wales rugby coach now unrecognisable after incredible body transformation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The highly-respected fitness coach is heading into his 25th season in professional rugby]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/former-wales-rugby-coach-now-unrecognisable-after-incredible-body-transformation/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/former-wales-rugby-coach-now-unrecognisable-after-incredible-body-transformation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rassie Erasmus issues public apology for behaviour as three All Blacks sent home]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Springboks coach has apologised for his actions after his side defeated the All Blacks again]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/rassie-erasmus-issues-public-apology-for-behaviour-as-three-all-blacks-sent-home/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/rassie-erasmus-issues-public-apology-for-behaviour-as-three-all-blacks-sent-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Siya Kolisi steps in to save pitch intruder as Springboks v All Blacks crowd in awe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Springboks captain produced another memorable moment after South Africa's victory over New Zealand at FNB Stadium]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/siya-kolisi-steps-in-to-save-pitch-intruder-as-springboks-v-all-blacks-crowd-in-awe/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 11:17:00 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after an injury during the Premiership Rugby Cup clash with Gloucester]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/top-english-rugby-match-halted-for-10-minutes-as-star-rushed-to-hospital/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 09:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/top-english-rugby-match-halted-for-10-minutes-as-star-rushed-to-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top English rugby match halted as star rushed to hospital and update issued]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bristol hooker was stretchered from the field after an injury during the Premiership Rugby Cup clash with Gloucester]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/top-english-rugby-match-halted-as-star-rushed-to-hospital-and-update-issued/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 09:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/top-english-rugby-match-halted-as-star-rushed-to-hospital-and-update-issued/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Springboks v All Blacks incident leaves star with sickening injury as statement made]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cheslin Kolbe will miss next week's series finale after suffering a broken jaw in South Africa's 'epic' victory over the All Blacks]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/springboks-v-all-blacks-incident-leaves-star-with-sickening-injury-as-statement-made/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 08:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/springboks-v-all-blacks-incident-leaves-star-with-sickening-injury-as-statement-made/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gareth Anscombe's Welsh rugby return stopped and young Wales star left clubless]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news stories making the headlines on Sunday, September 6]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/gareth-anscombes-welsh-rugby-return-stopped-and-young-wales-star-left-clubless/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/gareth-anscombes-welsh-rugby-return-stopped-and-young-wales-star-left-clubless/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World rugby legend now flies helicopters in brand new life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richie McCaw is one of rugby's all-time greats, but he does something completely different now]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/world-rugby-legend-now-flies-helicopters-in-brand-new-life/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/world-rugby-legend-now-flies-helicopters-in-brand-new-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Springboks break New Zealand 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in on Springboks 'debacle' and chief makes feelings clear on Welsh duo]]></title><description><![CDATA[These are your headlines on the morning of Saturday, September 5]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ex-wales-coach-wades-in-on-springboks-debacle-and-chief-makes-feelings-clear-on-welsh-duo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 08:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ex-wales-coach-wades-in-on-springboks-debacle-and-chief-makes-feelings-clear-on-welsh-duo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigel Owens: I feel for Rassie Erasmus, he's done nothing wrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[The legendary referee gives his take on the off-field drama surrounding the Springboks and All Blacks' Test series]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/nigel-owens-i-feel-for-rassie-erasmus-hes-done-nothing-wrong/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:00:00 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weeks]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/young-star-once-tipped-for-big-future-training-with-welsh-club-after-french-exit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/young-star-once-tipped-for-big-future-training-with-welsh-club-after-french-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tom Rogers: Why I left Scarlets for Ospreys and my route back into Wales team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Rogers has signed for the Ospreys after a nine-year stint with Scarlets]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/tom-rogers-why-i-left-scarlets-for-ospreys-and-my-route-back-into-wales-team/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/tom-rogers-why-i-left-scarlets-for-ospreys-and-my-route-back-into-wales-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV bosses issue 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Test]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/all-blacks-boss-denies-accusation-and-reveals-truth-of-war-with-rassie-erasmus/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/all-blacks-boss-denies-accusation-and-reveals-truth-of-war-with-rassie-erasmus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England star hits back at Rassie Erasmus over Springboks claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benhard Janse van Rensburg has rejected the claims of South Africa's World Cup-winning mastermind]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/england-star-hits-back-at-rassie-erasmus-over-springboks-claim/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/england-star-hits-back-at-rassie-erasmus-over-springboks-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blockbuster stars touted around clubs and legend makes himself available at 38]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rugby stories making headlines on the morning of Friday, September 4.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/blockbuster-stars-touted-around-clubs-and-legend-makes-himself-available-at-38/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/blockbuster-stars-touted-around-clubs-and-legend-makes-himself-available-at-38/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales star was stripped of captaincy in 'cruel' moment in front of team-mates]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 'fiercely brutal' moment unfolded in the changing rooms of the Principality Stadium]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-star-was-stripped-of-captaincy-in-cruel-moment-in-front-of-team-mates/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-star-was-stripped-of-captaincy-in-cruel-moment-in-front-of-team-mates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh rugby club legend dies as tributes pour in]]></title><description><![CDATA[Archie Thorburn was a well-known and hugely talented valleys rugby player who represented Wattstown and Pontypridd]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-club-legend-dies-as-tributes-pour-in/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-club-legend-dies-as-tributes-pour-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WRU board members set to extend terms and stay in power amid civil war]]></title><description><![CDATA[The WRU board have been the subject of intense criticism in recent months but are maintaining their strong stance that what they are doing is right for Welsh 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Pollock gets reportedly his £1m offer as English rivals try to pull off transfer coup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The England international and Northampton player has received a huge offer and is now able to negotiate with other sides]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/henry-pollock-gets-reportedly-his-1m-offer-as-english-rivals-try-to-pull-off-transfer-coup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/henry-pollock-gets-reportedly-his-1m-offer-as-english-rivals-try-to-pull-off-transfer-coup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Henry Pollock gets his £1m offer as English rivals try to pull off transfer coup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The England international and Northampton player has received a huge offer and is now able to negotiate with other 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ditched]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jac Morgan speaks to WalesOnline about his new chapter at Gloucester, alongside a number of Wales team-mates]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-star-jac-morgan-loving-new-life-in-england-as-brutal-initiation-ditched/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-star-jac-morgan-loving-new-life-in-england-as-brutal-initiation-ditched/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryan Jones' TV appearance leaves viewers heartbroken after rugby star's diagnosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Wales rugby captain Ryan Jones has been diagnosed with dementia and opened his heart in a deeply moving TV documentary]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ryan-jones-tv-appearance-leaves-viewers-heartbroken-after-rugby-stars-diagnosis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:45:00 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WRU chair faces poisoned chalice as Welsh rugby's future hangs in balance]]></title><description><![CDATA[The WRU's search for a new chair to replace Richard Collier-Keywood will ramp up over the next couple of weeks]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/next-wru-chair-faces-poisoned-chalice-as-welsh-rugbys-future-hangs-in-balance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/next-wru-chair-faces-poisoned-chalice-as-welsh-rugbys-future-hangs-in-balance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby player dies at 25 after collapsing following training session]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tributes have poured in for the "beloved" fly-half following his tragic death]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/rugby-player-dies-at-25-after-collapsing-following-training-session/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:40:00 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season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/cardiff-target-bristol-bears-prop-tipped-as-tomas-francis-wales-successor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/cardiff-target-bristol-bears-prop-tipped-as-tomas-francis-wales-successor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US firm that planned major investment into Scarlets ceases trading]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montana-based House of Luxury planned to take a 55% stake in the club]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/us-firm-that-planned-major-investment-into-scarlets-ceases-trading/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/us-firm-that-planned-major-investment-into-scarlets-ceases-trading/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh rugby contenders to force way to senior stardom as big futures 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world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/new-signing-reveals-dan-biggar-influence-and-borthwick-makes-decision-on-five-england-stars/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/new-signing-reveals-dan-biggar-influence-and-borthwick-makes-decision-on-five-england-stars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A-level results day: Welsh stars who took exams including rugby icon who's now a doctor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three Welsh rugby heroes sat their A-levels and went on to achieve stunning success]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/a-level-results-day-welsh-stars-who-took-exams-including-rugby-icon-whos-now-a-doctor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:00:00 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balance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-chief-daniels-dismisses-ospreys-merger/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-chief-daniels-dismisses-ospreys-merger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scarlets rule out Ospreys merger talks and accuse WRU as boss goes public]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scarlets managing director Jon Daniels sits down with rugby correspondent Steffan Thomas to discuss the WRU's announcement that either the Ospreys or Scarlets will cease to exist]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-rule-out-ospreys-merger-talks-and-accuse-wru-as-boss-goes-public/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-rule-out-ospreys-merger-talks-and-accuse-wru-as-boss-goes-public/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh rugby team's player quits sport at 30 to start new life after release]]></title><description><![CDATA[The popular back has quit professional rugby and is now making a complete career change]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-teams-player-quits-sport-at-30-to-start-new-life-after-release/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-teams-player-quits-sport-at-30-to-start-new-life-after-release/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales set to be reinstated into world's top 10 as rankings update issued]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales haven't been inside the world's top 10 since July 2024]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-set-to-be-reinstated-into-worlds-top-10-as-rankings-update-issued/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-set-to-be-reinstated-into-worlds-top-10-as-rankings-update-issued/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gareth Thomas opens up on life with HIV after admitting husband is shunned]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales rugby icon Gareth Thomas has opened up once more on the difficulties of living with his HIV diagnosis, which has affected family members, including his husband, over the years]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/gareth-thomas-opens-up-on-life-with-hiv-after-admitting-husband-is-shunned/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/gareth-thomas-opens-up-on-life-with-hiv-after-admitting-husband-is-shunned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England hit by brutal loss months after nightmare Six Nations campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Borthwick's side finished fifth in the Six Nations earlier this year after a dismal run of defeats]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/england-hit-by-brutal-loss-months-after-nightmare-six-nations-campaign/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/england-hit-by-brutal-loss-months-after-nightmare-six-nations-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eight-year-old boy killed by scrum machine in freak accident]]></title><description><![CDATA[Granville van der Horst was playing with friends in Worcester, South Africa when the tragic accident occurred]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/eight-year-old-boy-killed-by-scrum-machine-in-freak-accident/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/eight-year-old-boy-killed-by-scrum-machine-in-freak-accident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Henry Pollock dismissed, England prop dies and Springboks v All Blacks deal announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby headlines from Wales and beyond today]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/henry-pollock-dismissed-england-prop-dies-and-springboks-v-all-blacks-deal-announced/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/henry-pollock-dismissed-england-prop-dies-and-springboks-v-all-blacks-deal-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why the WRU really decided west Wales side must go and ignored Dragons' results]]></title><description><![CDATA[The WRU has come in for fierce criticism for their decision to pit the Ospreys against the Scarlets, while saving the Dragons and Cardiff]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/why-the-wru-really-decided-west-wales-side-must-go-and-ignored-dragons-results/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/why-the-wru-really-decided-west-wales-side-must-go-and-ignored-dragons-results/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina receive warning over behaviour after shameful England scenes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Felipe Contepomi's side sparked controversy with their conduct against England in the Nations Championship]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/argentina-receive-warning-over-behaviour-after-shameful-england-scenes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/argentina-receive-warning-over-behaviour-after-shameful-england-scenes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina receive new warning over discipline as Pumas star awaits punishment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Felipe Contepomi's side sparked controversy with their conduct against England in the Nations Championship]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/argentina-receive-new-warning-over-discipline-as-pumas-star-awaits-punishment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/argentina-receive-new-warning-over-discipline-as-pumas-star-awaits-punishment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schoolboy Welsh rugby prodigy earmarked by Wales already as breakthrough imminent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Howe has been tipped by many for a bright future in the Welsh game]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/schoolboy-welsh-rugby-prodigy-earmarked-by-wales-already-as-breakthrough-imminent/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/schoolboy-welsh-rugby-prodigy-earmarked-by-wales-already-as-breakthrough-imminent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 best paid rugby players in the world named after £1m Henry Pollock demand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pollock's club have been told that he is a "seven-figure player" and deserves a huge pay rise]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/10-best-paid-rugby-players-in-the-world-named-after-1m-henry-pollock-demand/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/10-best-paid-rugby-players-in-the-world-named-after-1m-henry-pollock-demand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The teenage Cardiff hooker ignoring Wales hype]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hooker Tom Howe stays grounded after being tipped as one to watch for Wales before his debut for Cardiff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-teenage-cardiff-hooker-ignoring-wales-hype/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-teenage-cardiff-hooker-ignoring-wales-hype/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All Blacks suffer training ground blow as star sent home and SOS call made]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Zealand have suffered a setback days before their tour of South Africa gets underway]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/all-blacks-suffer-training-ground-blow-as-star-sent-home-and-sos-call-made/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/all-blacks-suffer-training-ground-blow-as-star-sent-home-and-sos-call-made/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blockbuster transfer report emerges and Welsh coach leaves Test role in shake-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[These are the rugby stories making headlines on the morning of Tuesday, August 4]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/blockbuster-transfer-report-emerges-and-welsh-coach-leaves-test-role-in-shake-up/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/blockbuster-transfer-report-emerges-and-welsh-coach-leaves-test-role-in-shake-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WRU announces most expensive Six Nations tickets ever as clubs given deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tickets for next year's men's and women's Six Nations matches are going on sale this week]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-announces-most-expensive-six-nations-tickets-ever-as-clubs-given-deal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-announces-most-expensive-six-nations-tickets-ever-as-clubs-given-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh rugby club legend, teacher and author of famous book dies aged 47]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richard Rowe passed away last week - with the former scrum-half having many strings to his bow]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-club-legend-teacher-and-author-of-famous-book-dies-aged-47/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-club-legend-teacher-and-author-of-famous-book-dies-aged-47/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eddie Hearn issues Northampton with stunning Henry Pollock ultimatum]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eddie Hearn has told Northampton Saints they must make Henry Pollock a &pound;1million-a-year player or risk losing English rugby's biggest rising star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/eddie-hearn-issues-northampton-with-stunning-henry-pollock-ultimatum/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/eddie-hearn-issues-northampton-with-stunning-henry-pollock-ultimatum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Welsh rugby boss lands new job at iconic sports venue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richard Holland has been appointed St Andrews Link Trust chief executive]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/former-welsh-rugby-boss-lands-new-job-at-iconic-sports-venue/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/former-welsh-rugby-boss-lands-new-job-at-iconic-sports-venue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swansea Council reignites legal action against the WRU and demands evidence]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fight for survival will escalate in the coming weeks, with Swansea Council accusing the WRU of a lack of transparency]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/swansea-council-reignites-legal-action-against-the-wru-and-demands-evidence/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/swansea-council-reignites-legal-action-against-the-wru-and-demands-evidence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man, 22, died at Welsh beauty spot as friend tried desperately to help him]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite his friend's desperate attempts to save him Iestyn was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/man-22-died-at-welsh-beauty-spot-as-friend-tried-desperately-to-help-him/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/man-22-died-at-welsh-beauty-spot-as-friend-tried-desperately-to-help-him/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scarlets-Ospreys merger deal emerged as players were blindsided and chaos erupted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Once again, talk of a merger in west Wales is on the cards]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-ospreys-merger-deal-emerged-as-players-were-blindsided-and-chaos-erupted/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-ospreys-merger-deal-emerged-as-players-were-blindsided-and-chaos-erupted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Today's rugby news as former coach in court and legend targets World Cup comeback at 39]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news from around the world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/todays-rugby-news-as-former-coach-in-court-and-legend-targets-world-cup-comeback-at-39/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/todays-rugby-news-as-former-coach-in-court-and-legend-targets-world-cup-comeback-at-39/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement signings and shrewd business - seven new arrivals to boost Welsh rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are a number of eye-catching new signings]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/statement-signings-and-shrewd-business-seven-new-arrivals-to-boost-welsh-rugby/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/statement-signings-and-shrewd-business-seven-new-arrivals-to-boost-welsh-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School rugby match abandoned as parents fight and Springbok calls for lifetime bans]]></title><description><![CDATA[The chaotic scenes broke out early in the second half of the cup game]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/school-rugby-match-abandoned-as-parents-fight-and-springbok-calls-for-lifetime-bans/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/school-rugby-match-abandoned-as-parents-fight-and-springbok-calls-for-lifetime-bans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young rugby player laid to rest as family devastated by tragic training incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[The funeral of the 20-year-old has taken place after he died suddenly following a training session]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/young-rugby-player-laid-to-rest-as-family-devastated-by-tragic-training-incident/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/young-rugby-player-laid-to-rest-as-family-devastated-by-tragic-training-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England and Lions rugby hero's devastating interview leaves viewers in tears]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former England captain made a series of heartbreaking admissions as he opened up on his health]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/england-and-lions-rugby-heros-devastating-interview-leaves-viewers-in-tears/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:25:00 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2]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/siya-kolisi-makes-springboks-retirement-admission-and-bbc-star-steps-in-to-invest-in-club/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 08:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/siya-kolisi-makes-springboks-retirement-admission-and-bbc-star-steps-in-to-invest-in-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dragons plan bold £10m transformation as safe Welsh region send defiant message]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhys Blumberg has big plans for the Dragons and is confident of a vibrant future for the Gwent club]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/dragons-plan-bold-10m-transformation-as-safe-welsh-region-send-defiant-message/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 07:03:00 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Hearn's talent agency]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/henry-pollock-shows-off-private-jet-and-yacht-parties-after-springboks-attacks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/henry-pollock-shows-off-private-jet-and-yacht-parties-after-springboks-attacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scarlets issue statement to supporters after WRU sparks fight for existence]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Scarlets and Ospreys are both fighting for their futures after the WRU confirmed one of them will go]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-issue-statement-to-supporters-after-wru-sparks-fight-for-existence/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 08:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-issue-statement-to-supporters-after-wru-sparks-fight-for-existence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Rugby moves to deny reports and current Wales star faces fight for minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news from Wales]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/world-rugby-moves-to-deny-reports-and-current-wales-star-faces-fight-for-minutes/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 08:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/world-rugby-moves-to-deny-reports-and-current-wales-star-faces-fight-for-minutes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Legendary Cardiff PE teacher and rugby coach dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roger Goode dedicated decades to teaching and coaching rugby in Cardiff]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/legendary-cardiff-pe-teacher-and-rugby-coach-dies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/legendary-cardiff-pe-teacher-and-rugby-coach-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scarlets vow to remain at heart of west Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scarlets and Ospreys are in a fight for survival in west Wales following plans by the Welsh Rugby Union to cut to three teams.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-vow-to-remain-at-heart-of-west-wales/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-vow-to-remain-at-heart-of-west-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh rugby player's heartbroken family release statement as police probe death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scot James died on July 26, having been the victim of an alleged assault while on holiday earlier in the month]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-players-heartbroken-family-release-statement-as-police-probe-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-players-heartbroken-family-release-statement-as-police-probe-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five England players in talks to join Great Britain team as Wales star a candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Talks have reportedly been held ahead of the Los Angeles Games in 2028]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/five-england-players-in-talks-to-join-great-britain-team-as-wales-star-a-candidate/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/five-england-players-in-talks-to-join-great-britain-team-as-wales-star-a-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scarlets-Ospreys merger chances and the case each team will make to survive]]></title><description><![CDATA[It promises to be another dramatic year in Welsh rugby, so is a merger between two teams really a possibility]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-ospreys-merger-chances-and-the-case-each-team-will-make-to-survive/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-ospreys-merger-chances-and-the-case-each-team-will-make-to-survive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh rugby player quits sport at 23 to chase dream after Ospreys announcement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will Greatbanks is aiming to make a career in yachting after leaving the Ospreys this summer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-player-quits-sport-at-23-to-chase-dream-after-ospreys-announcement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-player-quits-sport-at-23-to-chase-dream-after-ospreys-announcement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland sack boss after investigation and Eddie Hearn drops Henry Pollock hint]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scotland-sack-boss-after-investigation-and-eddie-hearn-drops-henry-pollock-hint/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scotland-sack-boss-after-investigation-and-eddie-hearn-drops-henry-pollock-hint/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The questions WRU must still answer over Welsh rugby's toxic shake-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[The WRU is facing yet more pushback from the Welsh rugby public]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-questions-wru-must-still-answer-over-welsh-rugbys-toxic-shake-up/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-questions-wru-must-still-answer-over-welsh-rugbys-toxic-shake-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh rugby player dies after alleged attack in Turkey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scot James was on holiday in Turkey when he was allegedly attacked earlier this month]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-player-dies-after-alleged-attack-in-turkey/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-player-dies-after-alleged-attack-in-turkey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hollywood-backed Cardiff bid still alive as consortium outlines English Premiership plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhino CEO and chair Reg Clark would like to see Cardiff move to the Gallagher Prem]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/hollywood-backed-cardiff-bid-still-alive-as-consortium-outlines-english-premiership-plan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/hollywood-backed-cardiff-bid-still-alive-as-consortium-outlines-english-premiership-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ian Botham confronted by fan at Wales rugby match as grandson James questioned]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cricket legend was approached in the stands but had the perfect response]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ian-botham-confronted-by-fan-at-wales-rugby-match-as-grandson-james-questioned/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ian-botham-confronted-by-fan-at-wales-rugby-match-as-grandson-james-questioned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[English rugby coach emerges as frontrunner for Wales coaching role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Tandy has been on the lookout for coaches to add to his backroom team]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/english-rugby-coach-emerges-as-frontrunner-for-wales-coaching-role/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/english-rugby-coach-emerges-as-frontrunner-for-wales-coaching-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Test nation facing four-year suspension as World Rugby set deadline]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samoa are reportedly on the brink of being suspended by rugby's main governing body]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/test-nation-facing-four-year-suspension-as-world-rugby-set-deadline/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/test-nation-facing-four-year-suspension-as-world-rugby-set-deadline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Wales target lined up for return and Rassie Erasmus refuses to show hand]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news from around the world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/former-wales-target-lined-up-for-return-and-rassie-erasmus-refuses-to-show-hand/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/former-wales-target-lined-up-for-return-and-rassie-erasmus-refuses-to-show-hand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WRU confirms Ospreys or Scarlets will be cut]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Welsh Rugby Union gives details of how it intends to cut a team - with Ospreys and Scarlets set to fight to be the side in south west Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-confirms-ospreys-or-scarlets-will-be-cut/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-confirms-ospreys-or-scarlets-will-be-cut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WRU announce Cardiff and Dragons are safe as Ospreys and Scarlets fight to stay]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Welsh Rugby Union has provided a significant update and laid out a timeline for what comes next]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-announce-cardiff-and-dragons-are-safe-as-ospreys-and-scarlets-fight-to-stay/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-announce-cardiff-and-dragons-are-safe-as-ospreys-and-scarlets-fight-to-stay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 97 rugby transfer signings in Wales and England this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's been plenty of movement ahead of next season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-97-rugby-transfer-signings-in-wales-and-england-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-97-rugby-transfer-signings-in-wales-and-england-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New WRU chair told they must deliver axe and Joe Schmidt to make Ireland return]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby headlines from Wales and the wider world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/new-wru-chair-told-they-must-deliver-axe-and-joe-schmidt-to-make-ireland-return/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/new-wru-chair-told-they-must-deliver-axe-and-joe-schmidt-to-make-ireland-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gareth Anscombe returns to Welsh rugby as signing announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Wales outside-half is back in Wales and will pull on the jersey of a third Welsh region next season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/gareth-anscombe-returns-to-welsh-rugby-as-signing-announced/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:09:00 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plan]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-deliver-news-to-regions-as-axed-team-to-be-chosen-in-months-after-new-advice/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-deliver-news-to-regions-as-axed-team-to-be-chosen-in-months-after-new-advice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former England rugby star in talks to join cast of BBC Gladiators]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 95-cap international is reportedly set to join the popular show]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/former-england-rugby-star-in-talks-to-join-cast-of-bbc-gladiators/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/former-england-rugby-star-in-talks-to-join-cast-of-bbc-gladiators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New WRU man says 'damage was done 15 years ago' as he outlines plan to save game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dai Rees is hoping to make a positive impact on Welsh rugby after being elected to the WRU council]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/new-wru-man-says-damage-was-done-15-years-ago-as-he-outlines-plan-to-save-game/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/new-wru-man-says-damage-was-done-15-years-ago-as-he-outlines-plan-to-save-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huge English rugby match to be played in Principality Stadium as Wales captains return]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the third straight year, Bristol Bears will be bringing a Gallagher Prem game to Wales]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/huge-english-rugby-match-to-be-played-in-principality-stadium-as-wales-captains-return/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:47:00 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day]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/danny-cipriani-asks-guests-to-pay-for-his-wedding-to-hollywood-fiancee-worth-3m/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/danny-cipriani-asks-guests-to-pay-for-his-wedding-to-hollywood-fiancee-worth-3m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England rugby star could switch allegiance to Wales before next match]]></title><description><![CDATA[The powerful centre last played for England at the 2023 Rugby World Cup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/england-rugby-star-could-switch-allegiance-to-wales-before-next-match/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/england-rugby-star-could-switch-allegiance-to-wales-before-next-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Good Morning Britain chaos as Kate Garraway orders Welsh guest to put clothes on]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Christopher's Good Morning Britain interview descended into chaos as he discussed his Pen y Fan bath stunt, fines, death threats and David Attenborough]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/good-morning-britain-chaos-as-kate-garraway-orders-welsh-guest-to-put-clothes-on/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/good-morning-britain-chaos-as-kate-garraway-orders-welsh-guest-to-put-clothes-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC lose bid to broadcast Rugby World Cup as TV channel announcement made]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 'landmark' deal has been officially announced ahead of next year's tournament]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/bbc-lose-bid-to-broadcast-rugby-world-cup-as-tv-channel-announcement-made/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:29:00 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world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/mike-tindall-makes-defiant-statement-after-blow-and-springbok-digs-out-wales-star/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/mike-tindall-makes-defiant-statement-after-blow-and-springbok-digs-out-wales-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could study into head injuries change women's rugby?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head contact affects women differently yet rugby's concussion guidelines are still largely based on the men's game, something Cardiff University is looking to change.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/could-study-into-head-injuries-change-womens-rugby/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/could-study-into-head-injuries-change-womens-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales star breaks silence on future and surprise Welsh rugby coaching decision explained]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news from Wales and around the world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-star-breaks-silence-on-future-and-surprise-welsh-rugby-coaching-decision-explained/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-star-breaks-silence-on-future-and-surprise-welsh-rugby-coaching-decision-explained/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alan Shearer's daughter weds England rugby star in lavish ceremony]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former Newcastle United striker rushed back from the World Cup to be there for the special occasion]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/alan-shearers-daughter-weds-england-rugby-star-in-lavish-ceremony/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:06:00 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Nations Championship today, while also informing players who will feature against Fiji on Saturday]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-hold-live-press-conference-as-12-cut-and-major-player-out-for-entire-summer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-hold-live-press-conference-as-12-cut-and-major-player-out-for-entire-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales lose Exeter lock Jenkins for summer Tests]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales trim their squad for the Nations Championship after losing Exeter lock Dafydd Jenkins to injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-lose-exeter-lock-jenkins-for-summer-tests/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:54:00 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Saturday]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-hold-live-press-conference-as-squad-cut-and-major-player-out-for-entire-summer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-hold-live-press-conference-as-squad-cut-and-major-player-out-for-entire-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Halfpenny joins Wales coaching team for summer Tests]]></title><description><![CDATA[Legendary former full-back Leigh Halfpenny will work as Wales' interim kicking coach for the Nations Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/halfpenny-joins-wales-coaching-team-for-summer-tests/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/halfpenny-joins-wales-coaching-team-for-summer-tests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales press conference live: Squad cut as 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Saturday]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-press-conference-live-squad-cut-as-players-told-first-team-for-nations-championship/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-press-conference-live-squad-cut-as-players-told-first-team-for-nations-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bonus-point rule and last-16 changes for Champions Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Try bonus points in next season's Champions Cup pool stage will be awarded only to teams who score at least three more times than their opponents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/bonus-point-rule-and-last-16-changes-for-champions-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:00:00 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news from Wales and around the world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/major-new-rugby-rule-change-announced-and-antoine-dupont-suffers-fresh-blow/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/major-new-rugby-rule-change-announced-and-antoine-dupont-suffers-fresh-blow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delay as WRU to reveal plan to cut team in 'coming weeks']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Welsh Rugby Union delays revealing the details of how it plans to cut a professional men's side by 2028.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/delay-as-wru-to-reveal-plan-to-cut-team-in-coming-weeks/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/delay-as-wru-to-reveal-plan-to-cut-team-in-coming-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WRU deadline for three-club 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Leinster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigel Davies is putting an impressive coaching team together ahead of the new season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-announce-new-coach-as-highly-rated-new-zealander-joins-from-leinster/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-announce-new-coach-as-highly-rated-new-zealander-joins-from-leinster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jac Morgan spots big difference on his return to Wales team]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lions flanker has returned to the Wales squad but head coach Steve Tandy has opted to keep Dewi Lake as captain this summer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/jac-morgan-spots-big-difference-on-his-return-to-wales-team/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:13:00 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role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/morgan-backs-lakes-wales-captaincy-credentials/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/morgan-backs-lakes-wales-captaincy-credentials/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bowen free to play for Wales U20s after red card]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales Under-20s wing Tom Bowen avoids suspension after his red card in the win against Georgia in the Junior World Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/bowen-free-to-play-for-wales-u20s-after-red-card/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/bowen-free-to-play-for-wales-u20s-after-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lynn given welcome headache by Wales' young talent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales' next generation are to push for 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Scott's memorial as legends turn out]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 64-year-old was speaking at a celebration of his brother Scott, who passed away last month]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/gavin-hastings-leads-tributes-at-brother-scotts-memorial-as-legends-turn-out/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/gavin-hastings-leads-tributes-at-brother-scotts-memorial-as-legends-turn-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales v Barbarians winners and losers as star class apart but decision a real head-scratcher]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales saw off Barbarians at Allianz Stadium to kickstart their summer campaign]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-v-barbarians-winners-and-losers-as-star-class-apart-but-decision-a-real-head-scratcher/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:03:00 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Whiffin's side held on to claim a narrow 24-25 victory against the hosts in Tbilisi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-u20s-seal-dramatic-win-over-georgia-and-end-match-with-13-players/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-u20s-seal-dramatic-win-over-georgia-and-end-match-with-13-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales to cut at least 11 players from squad days after Barbarians match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Tandy has some big decisions to make after Wales got their summer campaign underway in London]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-to-cut-at-least-11-players-from-squad-days-after-barbarians-match/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:43:00 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after coming on]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Welsh rugby legend made an immediate impact as he took on his former teammates at Twickenham]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/george-north-destroys-wales-defence-and-scores-stunning-try-seconds-after-coming-on/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/george-north-destroys-wales-defence-and-scores-stunning-try-seconds-after-coming-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales v Barbarians LIVE: Latest updates as George North scores]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales start their summer campaign with a match against the Barbarians as George North plays his final rugby match against his own country]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-v-barbarians-live-latest-updates-as-george-north-scores/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:34:00 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Saturday]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/how-to-watch-wales-v-barbarians-for-free-tv-channel-and-kick-off-time/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/how-to-watch-wales-v-barbarians-for-free-tv-channel-and-kick-off-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England captain calls out 'unacceptable' team-mate and hero Ireland coach dies at 61]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news and headlines from Wales and beyond]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/england-captain-calls-out-unacceptable-team-mate-and-hero-ireland-coach-dies-at-61/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/england-captain-calls-out-unacceptable-team-mate-and-hero-ireland-coach-dies-at-61/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigel Owens: Why Barbarians games have become increasingly difficult to referee]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Barbarians may have lost their magic, but this is still a big game for Wales]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/nigel-owens-why-barbarians-games-have-become-increasingly-difficult-to-referee/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/nigel-owens-why-barbarians-games-have-become-increasingly-difficult-to-referee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joe Marler shows off his Welsh language skills on Celebrity Gogglebox]]></title><description><![CDATA[Much to the surprise of audiences, former England rugby player and Celebrity Traitors star Joe Marler started demonstrating his Welsh skills on Celebrity Gogglebox.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/joe-marler-shows-off-his-welsh-language-skills-on-celebrity-gogglebox/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 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Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/holmes-sees-progress-as-wales-look-to-next-generation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/holmes-sees-progress-as-wales-look-to-next-generation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Immanuel Feyi-Waboso gets drink thrown in face by fan as complaints made about players]]></title><description><![CDATA[Things turned ugly in the stands in the match between Bath and Exeter at the Rec at the weekend]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/immanuel-feyi-waboso-gets-drink-thrown-in-face-by-fan-as-complaints-made-about-players/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/immanuel-feyi-waboso-gets-drink-thrown-in-face-by-fan-as-complaints-made-about-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Callender back as Wales call up new faces]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 25-year-old missed Wales' Women's Six Nations campaign because of injury, but is set to return against Barbarians on 27 June.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/callender-back-as-wales-call-up-new-faces/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/callender-back-as-wales-call-up-new-faces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winners and losers as forgotten man dazzles and new signings show what's to come]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was a mixed weekend of results for Welsh players]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/winners-and-losers-as-forgotten-man-dazzles-and-new-signings-show-whats-to-come/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/winners-and-losers-as-forgotten-man-dazzles-and-new-signings-show-whats-to-come/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales star ruled out of summer to leave Steve Tandy's side exposed]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is not what Wales need ahead of a tough summer, which includes Tests against Fiji, Argentina and world champions South Africa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-star-ruled-out-of-summer-to-leave-steve-tandys-side-exposed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-star-ruled-out-of-summer-to-leave-steve-tandys-side-exposed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales prop Assiratti ruled out of summer series]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prop Keiron Assiratti has been ruled out of Wales' summer matches because of a calf injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-prop-assiratti-ruled-out-of-summer-series/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-prop-assiratti-ruled-out-of-summer-series/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Star forced to delay joining up with Wales and Welshman suffers cup final agony]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/star-forced-to-delay-joining-up-with-wales-and-welshman-suffers-cup-final-agony/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/star-forced-to-delay-joining-up-with-wales-and-welshman-suffers-cup-final-agony/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trailfinders stun Gloucester-Hartpury to reach PWR final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trailfinders hold off Gloucester-Hartpury as they beat reigning champions 29-26 to reach their first Premiership Women's Rugby final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/trailfinders-stun-gloucester-hartpury-to-reach-pwr-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/trailfinders-stun-gloucester-hartpury-to-reach-pwr-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lewis Moody gives health update as rugby legend fights MND battle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rugby legend Lewis Moody was diagnosed with motor neurone disease last year]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/lewis-moody-gives-health-update-as-rugby-legend-fights-mnd-battle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/lewis-moody-gives-health-update-as-rugby-legend-fights-mnd-battle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The clock is ticking for the WRU. The pathways to three teams appear to be narrowing]]></title><description><![CDATA[By the end of June, the WRU are set to publish its long-awaited blueprint]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-clock-is-ticking-for-the-wru-the-pathways-to-three-teams-appear-to-be-narrowing/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-clock-is-ticking-for-the-wru-the-pathways-to-three-teams-appear-to-be-narrowing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bewildered Sam Warburton and Brian O'Driscoll in agreement as dramatic call backfires]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bath versus Exeter Chiefs was on a knife-edge and ended in dramatic circumstances]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/bewildered-sam-warburton-and-brian-odriscoll-in-agreement-as-dramatic-call-backfires/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/bewildered-sam-warburton-and-brian-odriscoll-in-agreement-as-dramatic-call-backfires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales captain makes personal announcement and All Black slammed for 'shameful' act]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news from Wales and around the world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-captain-makes-personal-announcement-and-all-black-slammed-for-shameful-act/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-captain-makes-personal-announcement-and-all-black-slammed-for-shameful-act/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six Nations star diagnosed with rare condition and Wales international decides future]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news from Wales and around the world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/six-nations-star-diagnosed-with-rare-condition-and-wales-international-decides-future/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/six-nations-star-diagnosed-with-rare-condition-and-wales-international-decides-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forgotten Wales star stuns commentators with wonder-try in message to Steve Tandy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The forgotten Wales forward impressed for Exeter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/forgotten-wales-star-stuns-commentators-with-wonder-try-in-message-to-steve-tandy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/forgotten-wales-star-stuns-commentators-with-wonder-try-in-message-to-steve-tandy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Welsh rugby signings produce massive performances to set up Super Rugby final showdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welsh rugby's overseas signings stole the show in Super Rugby]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/new-welsh-rugby-signings-produce-massive-performances-to-set-up-super-rugby-final-showdown/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/new-welsh-rugby-signings-produce-massive-performances-to-set-up-super-rugby-final-showdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Performative' Henry Pollock splits opinion as boss brings up his behaviour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry Pollock is continuing to divide opinion]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/performative-henry-pollock-splits-opinion-as-boss-brings-up-his-behaviour/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/performative-henry-pollock-splits-opinion-as-boss-brings-up-his-behaviour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC presenter fights back tears as she struggles through Kevin Sinfield interview]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rugby league legend gave an emotional interview to the BBC this morning]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/bbc-presenter-fights-back-tears-as-she-struggles-through-kevin-sinfield-interview/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/bbc-presenter-fights-back-tears-as-she-struggles-through-kevin-sinfield-interview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former WRU boss Roger Lewis honoured by King Charles as Welsh sports figures recognised]]></title><description><![CDATA[The King's Birthday Honours list has seen a number of Welsh sporting figures recognised for their achievements]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/former-wru-boss-roger-lewis-honoured-by-king-charles-as-welsh-sports-figures-recognised/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/former-wru-boss-roger-lewis-honoured-by-king-charles-as-welsh-sports-figures-recognised/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales beat Scotland in epic and six players summoned over betting charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby new and headlines from Wales and beyond]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-beat-scotland-in-epic-and-six-players-summoned-over-betting-charges/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 07:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-beat-scotland-in-epic-and-six-players-summoned-over-betting-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigel Owens: The rugby law changes I'd like to see - World Rugby must step in]]></title><description><![CDATA[There appears to be a slight disparity at the moment between the hemispheres in terms of how the game is officiated]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/nigel-owens-the-rugby-law-changes-id-like-to-see-world-rugby-must-step-in/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/nigel-owens-the-rugby-law-changes-id-like-to-see-world-rugby-must-step-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales full-back Powell re-signs with Harlequins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales international Kayleigh Powell will spend another season at The Stoop after signing a new contract with Harlequins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-full-back-powell-re-signs-with-harlequins/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-full-back-powell-re-signs-with-harlequins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Principality Stadium gets major £1m upgrade as iconic venue to be redeveloped]]></title><description><![CDATA[The WRU say the investment could save them hundreds of thousands of pounds per year]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/principality-stadium-gets-major-1m-upgrade-as-iconic-venue-to-be-redeveloped/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/principality-stadium-gets-major-1m-upgrade-as-iconic-venue-to-be-redeveloped/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys sign Australia centre Foketi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australia centre Lalakai Foketi will join fellow countrymen Ryan Smith and Liam Wright in Ospreys' squad for 2026-27.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-sign-australia-centre-foketi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-sign-australia-centre-foketi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys announce major signing hours after Test star rips up Super Rugby semi-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 31-year-old played a crucial part in the Chiefs reaching the Super Rugby final earlier on Friday]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-announce-major-signing-hours-after-test-star-rips-up-super-rugby-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-announce-major-signing-hours-after-test-star-rips-up-super-rugby-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joyce pair's point to prove on return to Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[The international duo say they remain ambitious for club and country after confirming they will play their rugby in Wales next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/joyce-pairs-point-to-prove-on-return-to-wales/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/joyce-pairs-point-to-prove-on-return-to-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales miss out on All Black as five Welsh stars interviewed by WRU for top jobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby transfer news and rumours from around the rugby world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-miss-out-on-all-black-as-five-welsh-stars-interviewed-by-wru-for-top-jobs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:58:00 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costs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/principality-stadium-goes-green-with-3000-solar-panels-on-its-roof/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/principality-stadium-goes-green-with-3000-solar-panels-on-its-roof/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real reason for James Lowe quitting Ireland emerges as team-mate speaks out]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 33-year-old announced this week he would leave Irish rugby just a year out from the World Cup in Australia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/real-reason-for-james-lowe-quitting-ireland-emerges-as-team-mate-speaks-out/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/real-reason-for-james-lowe-quitting-ireland-emerges-as-team-mate-speaks-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Today's rugby news 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disease]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/rugby-hero-kevin-sinfield-finally-gets-knighthood-in-kings-birthday-honours/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/rugby-hero-kevin-sinfield-finally-gets-knighthood-in-kings-birthday-honours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pivac comes out of semi-retirement for new Italy life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Things could have been very different for Pivac had his time as Wales coach worked out but he paid the price for losing at home to Georgia in 2022.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/pivac-comes-out-of-semi-retirement-for-new-italy-life/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/pivac-comes-out-of-semi-retirement-for-new-italy-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys and Scarlets merger 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world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/shaun-edwards-france-exit-complications-emerge-and-welsh-side-explore-bid-for-australian-fly-half/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/shaun-edwards-france-exit-complications-emerge-and-welsh-side-explore-bid-for-australian-fly-half/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys look to sign Australian fly-half Creighton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ospreys are interested in signing Australian fly-half Lawson Creighton from Waratahs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-look-to-sign-australian-fly-half-creighton/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-look-to-sign-australian-fly-half-creighton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The two completely different Wales XVs we could see against the Barbarians and Fiji]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Tandy has some big selection calls to make this summer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-two-completely-different-wales-xvs-we-could-see-against-the-barbarians-and-fiji/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-two-completely-different-wales-xvs-we-could-see-against-the-barbarians-and-fiji/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Wales defence coach Edwards negotiating France exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shaun Edwards' departure from France's national team is being negotiated after nearly seven years on their staff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ex-wales-defence-coach-edwards-negotiating-france-exit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:33:00 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job]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/reasons-for-shaun-edwards-exit-emerge-in-french-media-as-coach-accused/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/reasons-for-shaun-edwards-exit-emerge-in-french-media-as-coach-accused/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hollie Davidson criticised over 'back chat' and axed coach speaks out ahead of Wales v Fiji]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rugby stories making headlines on Thursday, June 11]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/hollie-davidson-criticised-over-back-chat-and-axed-coach-speaks-out-ahead-of-wales-v-fiji/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/hollie-davidson-criticised-over-back-chat-and-axed-coach-speaks-out-ahead-of-wales-v-fiji/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Welsh regions or 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Welsh players could force their way into the inaugural Lions Women&rsquo;s Tour in 2027, despite a challenging Women&rsquo;s Six Nations campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/that-is-the-beauty-of-the-lions-siwan-lillicrap-backing-welsh-players-to-feature-on-inaugural-new-zealand-tour/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/that-is-the-beauty-of-the-lions-siwan-lillicrap-backing-welsh-players-to-feature-on-inaugural-new-zealand-tour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eddie Jones breaks silence after being banned from rugby over serious incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former England coach joked that he would try emulate Jose Mourinho to avoid the ban]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/eddie-jones-breaks-silence-after-being-banned-from-rugby-over-serious-incident/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/eddie-jones-breaks-silence-after-being-banned-from-rugby-over-serious-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales' succession plan and the nine English-based talents it should include]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are a number of talented youngsters in England who should interest Steve Tandy]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-succession-plan-and-the-nine-english-based-talents-it-should-include/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-succession-plan-and-the-nine-english-based-talents-it-should-include/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ben Stokes incident sparked by mix-up over England rugby star's nightclub table]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson are under investigation by the ECB after a London nightclub incident with a rugby player]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ben-stokes-incident-sparked-by-mix-up-over-england-rugby-stars-nightclub-table/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ben-stokes-incident-sparked-by-mix-up-over-england-rugby-stars-nightclub-table/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales call in youngsters to train as Steve Tandy casts his eye and welcome sight spotted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales' senior side trained against the U20s earlier this week as both teams prepared for a busy summer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-call-in-youngsters-to-train-as-steve-tandy-casts-his-eye-and-welcome-sight-spotted/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:24:00 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beyond]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-announce-new-appointment-and-coach-lands-new-job-after-leaving-welsh-rugby/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-announce-new-appointment-and-coach-lands-new-job-after-leaving-welsh-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Popular Wales international starts very different new life as rugby career over]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rugby correspondent Steffan Thomas sits down with Lloyd Williams to look back on his rugby journey as he starts a completely different career]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/popular-wales-international-starts-very-different-new-life-as-rugby-career-over/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:00:00 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tour]]></title><description><![CDATA[British and Irish Lions women's head coach Jo Yapp says she will pick the best possible side for the team's inaugural tour of New Zealand next summer. It could mean the team being heavily weighted towards world champions England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/lions-coach-yapp-wants-elite-players-on-nz-tour/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/lions-coach-yapp-wants-elite-players-on-nz-tour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales winger announced as new coach at Welsh club and RFU member quits after scandal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news and headlines for Wales and beyond]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-winger-announced-as-new-coach-at-welsh-club-and-rfu-member-quits-after-scandal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-winger-announced-as-new-coach-at-welsh-club-and-rfu-member-quits-after-scandal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upset Lions star walks out on Ireland before World Cup as he breaks silence]]></title><description><![CDATA[James Lowe has confirmed he will leave Leinster, bringing his Ireland career to an end]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/upset-lions-star-walks-out-on-ireland-before-world-cup-as-he-breaks-silence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/upset-lions-star-walks-out-on-ireland-before-world-cup-as-he-breaks-silence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys sign former Australia captain Wright]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 28-year-old former Queensland Reds flanker joins Ospreys having not played in a year after being plagued by injuries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-sign-former-australia-captain-wright/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:05:00 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cricketers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/19st-saracens-player-in-ben-stokes-nightclub-clash-named/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/19st-saracens-player-in-ben-stokes-nightclub-clash-named/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Truth about Shaun Edwards to emerge imminently as James Haskell makes prediction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shaun Edwards is set to look for his next chapter as his departure from France is close to being announced]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/truth-about-shaun-edwards-to-emerge-imminently-as-james-haskell-makes-prediction/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/truth-about-shaun-edwards-to-emerge-imminently-as-james-haskell-makes-prediction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh rugby's next big 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incident]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ben-stokes-nightclub-incident-ecb-probe-saracens-player-punch-at-england-star/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ben-stokes-nightclub-incident-ecb-probe-saracens-player-punch-at-england-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saracens player 'throws punch' at England cricket star and Irish rugby boss dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news and headlines from Wales and beyond]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/saracens-player-throws-punch-at-england-cricket-star-and-irish-rugby-boss-dies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/saracens-player-throws-punch-at-england-cricket-star-and-irish-rugby-boss-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All 59 Welsh-qualified players in England as WRU targets new Wales recruits]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Gallagher Prem is stacked full of Welsh talent and the WRU are monitoring the best of it]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/all-59-welsh-qualified-players-in-england-as-wru-targets-new-wales-recruits/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/all-59-welsh-qualified-players-in-england-as-wru-targets-new-wales-recruits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh rugby player dies suddenly aged 32 as club rocked by second tragedy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The father of three from New Tredegar died suddenly on Sunday, it has been announced]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-rugby-player-dies-suddenly-aged-32-as-club-rocked-by-second-tragedy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:18:00 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and Eugenie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie attended their cousin Peter Phillips' wedding today amid ongoing media attention surrounding their family]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/royal-wedding-pictures-show-zara-and-mike-tindalls-true-feelings-on-beatrice-and-eugenie/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/royal-wedding-pictures-show-zara-and-mike-tindalls-true-feelings-on-beatrice-and-eugenie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All Black in hospital as horror incident leaves body shaking on pitch and match halted]]></title><description><![CDATA[There was a sickening head injury in Super Rugby this morning]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/all-black-in-hospital-as-horror-incident-leaves-body-shaking-on-pitch-and-match-halted/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:53:00 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life]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-new-life-of-wales-captain-matthew-rees-and-the-illness-that-changed-him/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-new-life-of-wales-captain-matthew-rees-and-the-illness-that-changed-him/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 24 overseas players now at Welsh regions as raft of signings announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[The WRU's plan is to get rid of overseas players going forward but the Welsh regions are currently signing them at will]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/the-24-overseas-players-now-at-welsh-regions-as-raft-of-signings-announced/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:00:00 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paper]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-and-wru-announce-new-deal-as-scarlets-yet-to-sign-agreement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-and-wru-announce-new-deal-as-scarlets-yet-to-sign-agreement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys sign WRU deal, Scarlets yet to agree]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ospreys have become the third Welsh region to sign a fresh Professional Rugby Agreement (PRA) with the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-sign-wru-deal-scarlets-yet-to-agree/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-sign-wru-deal-scarlets-yet-to-agree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WRU in talks with RFU to replace axed Welsh region with named English club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Talks are happening behind the scenes between the Welsh Rugby Union, the RFU and URC stakeholders]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-in-talks-with-rfu-to-replace-axed-welsh-region-with-named-english-club/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-in-talks-with-rfu-to-replace-axed-welsh-region-with-named-english-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WRU holds talks with RFU to replace axed Welsh region with named English club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Talks are happening behind the scenes between the Welsh Rugby Union, the RFU and URC stakeholders]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wru-holds-talks-with-rfu-to-replace-axed-welsh-region-with-named-english-club/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:55:00 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world]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/taulupe-faletaus-future-clearer-as-72-players-leave-their-clubs-rugby-transfer-news/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/taulupe-faletaus-future-clearer-as-72-players-leave-their-clubs-rugby-transfer-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sir Gareth Edwards steps down as Cardiff RFC director]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sir Gareth Edwards has resigned as a director of Cardiff Rugby Football Club after 22 years in the role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/sir-gareth-edwards-steps-down-as-cardiff-rfc-director/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/sir-gareth-edwards-steps-down-as-cardiff-rfc-director/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injured Hennessey to miss Wales' summer 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season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ocarroll-appointed-scarlets-new-defence-coach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ocarroll-appointed-scarlets-new-defence-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys set to sign Australia international from Super Rugby in statement move]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 31-year-old played for the Wallabies in the 2023 World Cup and is set to join from Super Rugby side Chiefs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-set-to-sign-australia-international-from-super-rugby-in-statement-move/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/ospreys-set-to-sign-australia-international-from-super-rugby-in-statement-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bluck among seven players to leave Exeter Chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Long-serving hooker Emily Tuttosi is among seven players who will leave Exeter Chiefs Women at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/bluck-among-seven-players-to-leave-exeter-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/bluck-among-seven-players-to-leave-exeter-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England legend rages, Wales star leaves for family and Bielle-Biarrey to make shock switch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your round-up of all the latest rugby news from Wales and beyond]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/england-legend-rages-wales-star-leaves-for-family-and-bielle-biarrey-to-make-shock-switch/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/england-legend-rages-wales-star-leaves-for-family-and-bielle-biarrey-to-make-shock-switch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh club snap up star after English exit and Lions legend dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest rugby news and headlines from Wales and beyond]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-club-snap-up-star-after-english-exit-and-lions-legend-dies/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/welsh-club-snap-up-star-after-english-exit-and-lions-legend-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uncapped Wales prop training with Steve Tandy's side as star's hopes dashed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 27-year-old has been with Wales this week - with an injury meaning he could yet force his way into Tandy's full 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Jarrod Evans leaves Harlequins with his destination yet to be revealed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-fly-half-evans-among-13-players-to-leave-harlequins/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/wales-fly-half-evans-among-13-players-to-leave-harlequins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scarlets sign lock Groves and full-back Murray-Macgregor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scarlets sign second row Alex Groves from DHL Stormers and Welsh-qualified full-back Isaac Murray-Macgregor from New Zealand.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-sign-lock-groves-and-full-back-murray-macgregor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/welsh-rugby-union/scarlets-sign-lock-groves-and-full-back-murray-macgregor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scarlets 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