Welsh rugby faces a critical turning point as 2025 approaches, demanding urgent reforms to restore its reputation and success
Cardiff: If you’re having a good day, don’t even think about Googling “Welsh rugby.” You’ll just get hit with a wave of negativity.
Warren Gatland’s future and a winless 2024 for the men’s team are likely to be the first things you see. And let’s not forget the troubling stories about how the women’s team has been treated. Honestly, 2024, just like 2023, hasn’t been kind to Welsh rugby, and if things don’t change in 2025, it could really hurt the sport’s reputation.
The independent reviews of the WRU have been like tell-alls, revealing some serious issues. It feels like every day without a new scandal is a win. Even the most die-hard WRU supporter has to admit that things look pretty grim right now. Not many folks are feeling proud to be part of Welsh rugby these days. The WRU has tried to spin the negativity positively, but 2025 needs to be the year they take a hard look in the mirror and make some real changes.
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