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Following Saturday’s defeat to Ireland Warren Gatland has named his 31-man Wales Rugby World Cup squad to head to Japan. The squad sees some shock inclusions, Robert Rees has the latest. Wales Rugby World Cup Squad Forwards Props: Nicky Smith, Rhys Carre, Dillon Lewis, Tomas Francis, Wyn Jones. Hookers: Ken Owens, Elliot Dee, Ryan Elias. Second […] READ MORE
Following the 22-17 defeat to Ireland at the Principality Stadium Warren Gatland should have a clear idea of his 31-man Wales Rugby World Cup squad. Robert Rees takes a look at the 31 men Gatland is likely to choose. Wales Rugby World Cup squad Forwards Props: Wyn Jones (Scarlets), Rob Evans (Scarlets), Nicky Smith (Ospreys), […] READ MORE
Following Wales’ dramatic victory over England at the Principality Stadium in round three of the Guinness Six Nations, Robert Rees looks over the performance and analyses the match. Dan Biggar’s arrival closed the game as a game of passive kicking swung the pendulum. Dan Biggar’s arrival closed the game Biggar’s immediate impact was felt all […] READ MORE
Gethin Jenkins received 129 test caps for Wales during his storied career. He went on three British and Irish Lions tours, won three Grand Slams, four Six Nations titles, a Heineken Cup and two Challenge Cup titles. Compiling a highlights reel any forward or, any back for that matter would be proud of. After the […] READ MORE
Possibly, before rugby union was televised, there were referees who could communicate with players as well as a certain, Nigel Owens. But hands down today, he is by far the most charismatic referee in the modern history of this game. Recent evidence is clearly supporting that reasoning. No longer a question of ‘if’ but, of […] READ MORE
The recent news of Maesteg taking voluntary demotion due to a player shortage and Nigel Davies’ comments on the Principality Premiership and National Championship structure proves how hard clubs find surviving in modern times. Robert Rees takes a look at the hardships that Welsh clubs have found upon themselves. Low attendances Club rugby in Wales […] READ MORE
Following the Cardiff Blues’ superb Challenge Cup win over Gloucester last weekend and the Scarlets reaching a second successive Pro14 final, the regional game in Wales is in good shape. Despite serious financial problems and the announcement before Christmas that coach Danny Wilson would be leaving the club, the Blues have picked up their first […] READ MORE
The BBC have seen their Guinness Pro14 live coverage axed following recent TV deal discussions. The Pro14 TV deal has been finalised, just not yet fully released to the public. It seems Premier Sports will take over the main coverage on a pay-to-view channel, rather than the accustomed FTA (free to air). Last Word on […] READ MORE
Cardiff Rugby may be moving away from the iconic Arms Park following recent discussions which have seen a lease renewal stall. Robert Rees narrows down exactly what has gone on with Cardiff Rugby. 150-year Lease Cardiff Blues have been in discussions with the Cardiff Athletic Club (CAC) over extending their lease by 150 years. The […] READ MORE
Warren Gatland has announced his 36 man squad for the Autumn Internationals. These players will feature throughout the four Test series in Cardiff starting 11th November. There are five new faces, with a few huge omissions. Wales Autumn Squad Forwards There are three new caps amongst the forwards. Prop Leon Brown and hooker Elliot Dee […] READ MORE
Rugby journalist, specializing on all things Welsh rugby, United Rugby Championship, and the Gallagher Premiership. A freelance journalist published in The Rugby Paper, Telegraph, RugbyPass et al.
Robert has a BA in Sports Journalism from the University of Gloucestershire.
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