Get Newsletter

Rees blow for Wales

Matthew Rees was on Wednesday ruled out of contention for Wales’ Six Nations opener against Ireland after suffering a calf strain.

Rees, who was vying for a starting place along with World Cup hooker Huw Bennett, may also miss Wales’ second championship game against Scotland next week.

Bennett now seems certain to win his 50th cap when Wales line up against Ireland in Dublin on Sunday.

With Rees missing, Scarlets teammate Ken Owens is favourite to earn a place on the bench.

Wales’ preparations for the Six Nations have been disrupted by a string of injuries to key players, with centre Jamie Roberts, flyhalf Rhys Priestland and flank Dan Lydiate all battling to be fit.

Prop Gethin Jenkins and World Cup locks Luke Charteris and Alun-Wyn Jones have already been ruled out of contention as Wales coach Warren Gatland prepares to name his team on Friday.

AFP

ADVERTISEMENT

Join free

Bristol Bears vs Gloucester-Hartpury | PWR 2024/25 | Full Match Replay

Round 12 Highlights | PWR 2024/25

Boks Office | Episode 32 | How To Win Europe

Exeter Chiefs vs Bristol Bears | PWR 2024/25 | Full Match Replay

Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo vs Kobelco Kobe Steelers | Japan Rugby League One 2024/25 | Full Match

Edinburgh vs Brython | Celtic Challenge 2024/25 | Match Highlights

Yokohama Canon Eagles vs Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo | Japan Rugby League One 2024/25 | Full Match Replay

Global Schools Challenge | Day 2 Replay

AUSTRALIA vs USA behind the scenes | HSBC SVNS Embedded | E04

Write A Comment