On Monday, March 6th, the latest rugby headlines included the upcoming exit of Jarrod Evans from Cardiff, which has been described as “devastating” for the team. The 26-year-old fly-half has been with the region since he was 14 years old but is set to join Harlequins due to budget cuts facing Welsh regions.
Former Wales international James Hook commented on the situation, saying that losing Evans would be devastating for Cardiff’s attack and that they may need to rely on their academy or players like Ben Thomas to fill the gap.
Former Wales prop Chris Horsman believes that Welsh sides will be relying on their academies more and more over the coming seasons but warns that coaching support and infrastructure must be in place for these young players. When Cardiff turned to their academy for their European fixtures in 2021/22, it was inspiring, but this could soon become more of a norm.
Dan Lydiate, a veteran Wales back-rower, returned for his first outing since November in the Ospreys’ 21-20 defeat to Benetton. He featured for 61 minutes and expressed his desire to chase down a new contract at the region.
Dragons captain Rhodri Williams was disappointed that his team could not end the home season on a high as they were edged out 22-20 by Connacht Rugby. The round 15 clashes in the United Rugby Championship at Rodney Parade ebbed and flowed all night before a dramatic late surge charge just short.
Marcus Smith has been recalled to the 36-man England squad for their Guinness Six Nations clash with France. Having been dropped from the training camp in Brighton last week, Smith returns to join Owen Farrell and George Ford as the options for Steve Borthwick at fly-half. Manu Tuilagi was also named in the squad but cannot appear in the match through suspension.
Cadan Murley was included as the only uncapped player in the squad.
The article also features additional rugby news, such as the emotional state of a Wales star, a top South African coach’s comments on Nigel Owens, and three stars who are set to quit Welsh rugby.
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