Carlson leads Glamorgan to first Division One victory in 21 years
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Kiran Carlson’s rapid double hundred saw Glamorgan through to a first County Championship Division One for 21 years.
Hundreds for the team’s captain, and opening batter Zain-ul-Hassan saw Glamorgan rack up 536-7, with Hampshire unable to muster a reply beyond 250 in either innings, seeing the away side through to an innings and 69 run victory.
Carlson strummed 209 from 232 balls, scoring 28 boundaries with three sixes, as the Glamorgan captain put on a mammoth 318-run partnership with Zain-ul-Hassan for the second wicket.
When opener ul-Hassan was finally dismissed via a run out from Fletcha Middleton, the Welsh county had firmly taken control of proceedings.
Further damage from Colin Ingram and Sean Dickson brought Glamorgan up to a formidable score of 536-7 declared.
From there, it was up to the bowlers to take the twenty wickets necessary to secure victory.
Hampshire started their reply in leisurely fashion, before Mason Crane and Timm van der Gugten combined to spark a collapse that saw the home side slip from 125-3 to 214 all out.
Crane ended with 3-31, and the ever impressive van der Gugten, 4-53.
With a massive lead, Carlson opted to enforce the follow on, and Glamorgan’s bowlers were tasked with going again.
Left arm quick Jamie McIlroy got the Welsh side off to the perfect start, bowling Nick Gubbins before Hampshire had put a run on the board.
From there, the wickets were shared between Crane (3-48), McIlroy (2-39), Ryan Hadley (2-36), and van der Gugten (3-65).
At 132-6, Hampshire threatened to collapse in a heap, but captain and wicketkeeper Ben Brown stood firm, compiling a dogged 96 in partnership with bowlers Scott Currie and Codi Yusuf.
Eventually, though, van der Gugten breached his defences, and securing the 23-point victory for Glamorgan.
Not only was it the Welsh county’s first victory in Division One for 21 years, it was also their first victory over Hampshire since 1991.
Most impressive was the manner of their victory, by an innings and away from home, with Glamorgan moving up to fifth in the congested Division One table.
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Prop Southworth signs 'long-term' deal with Cardiff
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Cardiff Rugby have announced that Danny Southworth has signed a new ‘long-term’ contract with the region.
Southworth signed for Cardiff in 2024 from Exeter Chiefs, establishing himself as a first team regular during the 2024/25 season.
His impressive displays earnt him a call up to Steve Tandy’s first Wales squad in November 2025, where he made his international debut against the world champions South Africa.
In two seasons at the Cardiff Arms Park, Southworth has made 34 appearances for the capital region.
“I’m really pleased that Danny has signed a new contract here,” Cardiff head coach Corniel Van Zyl said.
“He has proven in the last two seasons that he can take his game to the next level. From arriving two years ago, he has continually stepped up with us and pushed it all the way to winning a Welsh cap. Now it is just about taking that next step.
“His point of difference is his set-piece, attacking breakdowns and his intent in action. Importantly, he is also really resilient and durable. I cannot remember a game or training session where he hasn’t been available.
“Danny will continue to compete with Rhys Barratt, who is another young Welsh prop with plenty of talent, while we have further plans to strengthen the position with experience. That will give us a really strong group who can drive each other on.”
Southworth is a success for the Welsh Exiles programme, with the prop identified as Welsh qualified through his grandmother, and signed for Cardiff shortly after.
“Joining Cardiff was probably the best decision of my career, so I am really happy to be staying here,” Southworth said.
“I have absolutely loved playing for this team. The fans are amazing and playing at the Arms Park is such a special experience thanks to the support we get.
“Cardiff also gave me the platform to step up to the international stage, which I am immensely proud of and I want to continue pushing for further honours. That all starts at the Arms Park and consistently performing and growing in a Blue & Black jersey.
“I’m excited about what we are building and I am hopeful that we can keep building year on year and become a really competitive URC team.”
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Evardi Boshoff signs new contract at Ospreys
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Ospreys have announced that centre Evardi Boshoff has signed a new contract at the west Walian region.
Boshoff has made 11 appearances his season, seven from the start, becoming a key players since his move to Wales from South African side Cheetahs last season.
The 27-year-old initially joined the Ospreys on a loan deal, and has made 34 appearances for the region.
“This is a great club and I’ve really enjoyed my time here up to now, so it was a no-brainer for me when it came to signing the deal,” Boshoff said.
“Even though I only officially joined on a permanent deal in the summer, my wife and I have spent a lot of time here with the loan spells and have been welcomed with open arms by the people in the region.
“I’m glad to be able to continue my career here and I’m looking forward to what the future holds as part of this group.”
“Evardi has become an important member of the squad, so we’re delighted that he’s signed a new deal with us. He’s got that edge and calmness that you need in a centre at this level,” head coach Mark Jones added.
“His work rate is exceptional and he’s a smart, physical presence in the middle of the park on both sides of the ball. He embraces what the Ospreys is about and has been a consistent performer for us since he arrived at the club.”
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Dragons wing Richards signs new contract with region
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Dragons RFC have announced that winger David Richards has signed a new contract with the region.
Richards re-signed for a second spell with the Welsh region this season following impressive performances with Newport RFC, helping the Black and Ambers to the Super Rygbi Cymru title.
The 25-year-old has made 15 appearances this scoring, scoring four tries, including the last play winner against Zebre Parma last Friday night.
His versatility across wing, full back, and centre has made him a valuable part of Filo Tiatia’s squad.
His four tries this season – against Scarlets, Newcastle Red Bulls, Munster and Zebre – add to a brace he scored against the Italian outfit during the 2022/23 season.
“I feel honoured to be a part of the squad this year, something 12 months ago I’d probably given up on,” said Richards.
“To have been a part of a team that feels like it’s really building to something, has been pretty special.
“Representing Gwent is huge. Everywhere you go in the community you see how much rugby means to people – it’s for them that you want to try and take Dragons forward.
“They epitomise what Gwent rugby is about with the passion they bring to Rodney Parade.
“There’s a good feeling in camp and I’m looking forward to this weekend’s EPCR Challenge Cup semi-final in Montpellier and all that comes after it as well.”
A product of the Dragons Academy, he made his club debut for the club in April 2022 against Gloucester Rugby.
“It’s great news that Dai has extended his stay,” added senior coach Matt O’Brien.
“He’s another player who has come through our pathway at the region and has now established himself within the senior squad with some strong performances this season, showing some great one v one ability and scoring some very important tries for the club.
“He’s a great character in the group and Dai’s story is one of real resilience and determination, having battled through some tough injuries early on in his career and having some time away from the professional game playing with Newport in the SRC.
“Dai’s improving week on week and I look forward to seeing him continue to do so over the next few years with the Dragons.”
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'Not done yet' - What Newport need on the final day after Kamwa heroics
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After such a dramatic victory last weekend, you can forgive Newport County players and fans if they are still coming down from a high.
Bobby Kamwa’s 108th minute winner sparked scenes of ecstasy at Rodney Parade.
Newport moved a step closer to League Two safety with just their sixth home win of the season, prompting jubilant celebrations at the final whistle.
“After the game, when you walk on the pitch and seeing what’s possible here – the fans, the spirit, everybody together, everybody loud – it was an incredible moment for us,” said manager Christian Fuchs.
“It means the world.”
And yet, that 3-2 victory does not mean that the job is done for the Welsh club.
Sitting in 21st on 40 points, Newport can still be caught by Harrogate Town and Crawley Town on the final day.
Fuchs’ side make the long trip up to Barrow for the final match of the League Two season. Facing a side who are bottom of the league would usually be a good thing, but the Cumbrian club still harbour slim hopes of surviving relegation themselves.
That would require not only a victory, but also for Crawley and Harrogate to lose.
Crawley face a Salford side chasing the final automatic promotion place, while Harrogate host Barnet, who have a half chance of sneaking a play-off spot.
With all games still having much to play for, Newport know that they need to be switched on, despite their advantage.
“It was a great result but we’re not going to get carried away,” said Bobby Kamwa, who went from zero to hero against Oldham Athletic.
“The job’s not fully done yet. We go again and we’re ready to go to Barrow and give it our all and hopefully put it to bed there.”
Fuch is in agreement.
“We know it’s going to be a tough game,” said Fuchs of the final day trip to Cumbria.
“Barrow still have something to play for, they can still make it, so we are aware of that but we need to get points on the board still ourselves.
“So, we go there to perform really well, that’s the bottom line. Even though you’re on a big high I know at the same time we still need to prepare for the next game.”
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Welsh Rugby Union appoint former player Griffiths as director of women's rugby
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The Welsh Rugby Union have appointed former international Nadine Griffiths as the new director of women’s rugby.
Griffiths won 44 caps for Wales during her playing career, and replaces Belinda Moore in a role she describes as “more like a calling than a job.”
Moore left the WRU to join the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) as The Hundred’s growth director.
Griffiths played for Wales at the 1998 World Cup, and was a part of the coaching team during a Wales tour of South Africa in 2013, going on to become one of the first female level 3 coaches in the UK after hanging up her boots.
She has also worked for the WRU as a rugby development officer in the 2000s, having has grown participation, strengthened pathways and left lasting positive impact wherever she has gone.
“I am passionately Welsh,” Griffiths says. “I have a great understanding of the opportunities and the barriers across the women’s and girl’s game and the challenges our clubs face.
“That insight matters, because growth won’t come from copying others, it will come from building something that reflects Wales, its communities and its identity.
“I feel like I have come full circle from the young girl in Pencoed who watched the 1991 Rugby World Cup and dared to dream of pulling on that red jersey, to now being responsible for inspiring the next generation to do exactly the same.
“This is a hugely exciting time. Women’s sport is on a remarkable growth trajectory in Wales and globally.”
Griffiths joins from Cardiff Rugby, where she has been for 23 years as Cardiff Rugby Community Foundation director.
“With the inaugural women’s British & Irish Lions tour in 2027, the whole world is about to sit up and take notice of the women’s game once again,” Griffiths adds.
“We will have Welsh representation on that Lions tour. We will make trailblazers of the players already leading the way and we will create a new generation of female sporting heroes to inspire our children and grow the game across this great, rugby-loving nation.
“Our aim is to take the nation with us on this incredible journey of growth and inspiration for women’s sport, ymlaen.”
Cardiff say that Griffiths has left the Community Foundation in an “incredibly strong position.” having engaged more than 120,000 people a year throughout the region.
Cardiff Rugby managing director, Jamie Muir said: “Nadine has been a huge part of Cardiff Rugby for more than 20 years, and on a personal level it’s been a privilege to work alongside her for the past 11 years.
“She should be incredibly proud of everything she’s achieved through the Foundation, consistently living our values of community, inclusion and opportunity, and making a genuine difference across the Cardiff Rugby region.
“This move to lead women’s rugby at the WRU feels like a natural next step for someone with such passion and experience in the women’s game, which I know first drew her into sport.
“While she’ll be a big loss to us day to day, we wish her every success in this new role and look forward to welcoming her and her family back to Cardiff Arms Park very soon.”
Griffiths joins the WRU executive team and will officially take up her position on June 1st.
WRU chief executive Abi Tierney said: “Nadine shone through in a competitive field of candidates and is uniquely placed.
“She has played and coached at the elite end of the game, but has also dedicated her career to the women’s and girl’s pathway in Cardiff and to developing community rugby. We are thrilled to welcome her back into the WRU family.”
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Scarlets sign Domachowski from Welsh regional rivals
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Scarlets have signed Wales international prop Corey Domachowski from rival Welsh region Cardiff Rugby ahead of next season.
The 29-year-old prop played 136 times for Cardiff, having come through the academy at the Arms Park.
His good form for the Blue and Blacks in 2023 earned him a first Wales cap, of which to date he has ten.
Domachowski has established a reputation as a powerful scrummager and explosive ball carrier and at 6ft and 124kg, brings physicality and consistency at the highest level of the game.
He featured in four out of Wales’ five Rugby World Cup matches in France in 2023 and made appearances against Scotland, England, Ireland and France during the 2024 Six Nations.
Domachowski will join Scarlets ahead of the 2026/27 season, and says that he is looking forward to “a new challenge.”
“I’m at a point in my career where I need a new challenge and this is one I’m extremely excited about,” he said.
“Scarlets are a club with a lot of passion, a proud history and a strong connection to their community which really stood out to me.
“Leaving Cardiff Rugby after more than 10 years obviously isn’t easy and I am hugely grateful to Cardiff and all the supporters for everything they’ve given me.
“I’ve always worn the Cardiff jersey with honour and pride and I’ll be taking that mindset to West Wales. I’m looking forward to making an impact on and off the field – I am excited to meet everyone at the club this summer, including the supporters.”
“Corey brings proven experience at the highest level, in the URC, Champions Cup and international game and that’s exactly what we need as we continue to build,” Scarlets Interim Director of Rugby Nigel Davies added.
“He’s a strong set-piece operator, a physical carrier and, importantly, someone who understands what it takes to compete consistently at the top end of the game
“We have a number of talented young front-row forwards who are developing well within our squad and having a player of Corey’s knowledge and experience will be hugely valuable – not just in terms of performance, but in driving standards and competition across the squad.
“This is about strengthening our foundations and adding the right profile of player to support where we are going as a team.”
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'Greatest sports story ever' - Can Wrexham continue the Premier League dream?
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Wrexham director Shaun Harvey has said that the club’s potential promotion would be the “greatest sports story ever” as they bid to make the Championship play-offs.
Speaking at SportsPro London, Harvey added that Wrexham’s season can be considered a success, even without qualification for the play-offs.
Wrexham are only above Hull City on goal difference ahead of a tricky final league game against Middlesbrough, having lost to champions Coventry City last week.
With Middlesbrough chasing the final automatic promotion place, and Hull hosting mid-table Norwich, one could argue that Wrexham are the underdogs on the final weekend.
While Harvey claims if they do achieve a fourth promotion in a row it would be the “greatest sports story ever”, he would not want missing out on a play-off place to be deemed a failure.
“The time is now. We’ve got one game to go of the league season,” Harvey said.
“To use Alex Ferguson’s favourite phrase, it definitely is ‘squeaky bum time’. Will we make it or won’t we make it? Well, there’s a story to be written either way.
“Because whatever happens, we’ve gone from being a non-league team to the best team in Wales by virtue of league position.
“We’ve finished in our highest league position ever and the women’s team have won the [Adran Premier] league and will compete in the Champions League.”
Wrexham have won promotion from the National League to the Championship with three successive promotion campaigns – a record in the English Football League.
The club have never played in the Premier League in its history, but will finish the 2025/26 season as the highest placed Welsh club.
“In any circumstances, our season should be viewed as, ‘we nearly made it’, rather than ‘we just missed out’,” Harvey added.
“And whilst that’s a subtle difference, the reality is we have no right to actually achieve what we have done so far this season.
“If we do make it to the play-offs on Saturday afternoon, we have the chance of going back-to-back-to-back-to-back promotions. If we achieve it – as others have said, and I agree – it would be the greatest sports story ever.
“There’s no script, just a story to tell.
“As it happens, it’s authentic, and that’s what makes Wrexham so relatable to many others who care to dream.”
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Wales captain Williams ruled out of Six Nations campaign, U21 duo called up
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Wales captain Kate Williams has been ruled out of her side’s final two games of the 2026 Six Nations against Ireland and Italy.
Bethan Lewis, who captained Wales in Williams’ place against England last Saturday, will continue in her role.
Catherine Richards, who had to be helped from the field against France in the second round, will also miss the rest of the Six Nations, with Wales U21s duo Freya Bell and Amy Williams called up.
The Welsh Rugby Union describe Richards’ damage as a “serious knee injury”, while Williams’ has a calf issue that has been assessed.
Bell made her debut for Wales against England, coming onto the bench as a late replacement for Hannah Dallavalle.
She replaced Jenn de Vera – who made her debut the week before against France – in the 70th minute at Ashton Gate.
Williams, who plays fullback for Brython Thunder, was initially selected in the Wales U21 squad but has been promoted after injury issues for Carys Cox and Dallavalle.
Cox withdrew from the Wales starting XV ahead of the match with France and missed the trip to England, while Dallavalle also pulled out ahead of the England fixture.
Wales travel to Belfast to face Ireland next Saturday, before welcoming Italy to Cardiff Arms Park on May 17th.
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'We're representing the people of Gwent' - Dragons aiming for European history
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When Dragons head coach Filo Tiatia dedicated his side’s quarter-final victory over Zebre to the people of Gwent, he demonstrated the renewed connection that Dragons have made with their fanbase this season.
With the 32-35 victory in Italy, the Newport-based side reached their third European semi-final and first for 10 years, their run in Europe the highlight of a season of renewal.
Last season, Tiatia’s impact felt like a man trying to stop the tide.
Following what felt like a breakthrough opening day victory over Ospreys, Dragons went on to lose their remaining 17 United Rugby Championship games, ending the season with a lowly nine points, 20 behind Zebre in second bottom.
In 18 league games, they scored four tries in a single game just once – in a 30-33 defeat to the Sharks where the Dragons led deep into the red, only for a late try to sink them.
Immense credit should go to Tiatia for managing this group into it’s turnaround.
Off the pitch, the Dragons were busy in the transfer and commercial markets, bringing in international calibre talents such as Wyn Jones, Dillon Lewis, Fine Inisi, Fetuli Paea, and signing sponsors like Dragon Signs and Colour Studios to important deals.
Add in some shrewd deals for Wales U20s captain Harry Beddall, man mountain Levi Douglas, and Cardiff trio Seb Davies, Thomas Young, and Tinus de Beer.
After two agonising draws in the URC to Sharks and Ospreys made the Rodney Parade faithful wait for that elusive win, the catharsis came all at once with four wins in six over the winter block.
Two of the victories came in the European Challenge Cup Pool Stage – over Lyon and Newcastle – leading to their qualification to the knock outs.
With Dragons’ early season form seeing the URC play-offs remain out of reach for another year, the Challenge Cup took extra significance.
Standing in their way though, was French giants Stade Francais.
The Dragons flew out of the blocks at the Stade Jean Bouin in Paris, scoring two early tries to go 0-17 up.
Their French adversaries were not going to roll over easily, though, scoring three of their own to turn the tables early in the second half.
When replacement Wyn Jones crashed over with a minute left to regain the lead for Welsh side, the scenes were dramatic.
For a side that had not won away from home at all during the 2025/26, despite the resurgence, this was another step on the road to improvement.
Their last 16 victory rewarded them with another way trip, this time to more familiar foes Zebre Parma.
As the last Welsh side in Europe, the match had already taken on extra significance, especially considering the constant background noise.
With Dragons’ on pitch performance lagging behind the other three regions, and the Welsh Rugby Union looking to cut a professional team as soon as possible, rival fans often pointed towards the Gwent region’s results as reasons for their possible demise.
However, the Dragons represent a large area of Welsh rugby hotbed, and off the pitch are arguably the best run region, operating within their means since the private consortium bought the club in September 2023.
That’s why, when the Dragons again scored more than 30 points in a thrilling victory over Zebre in the quarter-finals, Tiatia dedicated the win to the people of Gwent and Wales as a whole.
“We’re very happy,” said former All Black Tiatia.
“We’re representing the people of Gwent but also Wales as well. I’m proud of the effort of all the players and grateful we got through.
“We’re looking forward to the semi-final. We’ll get ready and look forward to the challenges ahead.”
Dragons chief executive Rhys Blumberg added on social media: “This group is special and deserve nothing less. We are really proud.”
The Dragons have chartered a direct flight to Montpellier for Sunday’s semi-final clash, with seats filling up fast as fans and sponsors alike scramble to be at a potentially historic moment.
Facing another expensively assembled French giant, Tiatia has challenged his side to enjoy the week, but produce when it matters at the Septeo Stadium.
“It’s a semi-final and it’s been a while for the club – they boys are excited,” he said.
“I’ve spoken about identity and who we’re representing. It hasn’t changed. The boys are looking forward to this game and so they should be.
“We’ve reviewed Zebre, understood some of the milestones that came out of that game and then moved forward to Montpellier.
“There’s always an opportunity to keep learning, and how do we keep improving? We’re excited about the possibility of earning another week, and that’s all it is.
“Finals and knockout footy is a special occasion,” he added. “I’ve been in a few finals and semi-finals and they are special.
“There are a few players in our squad that haven’t been in them. I want them to enjoy the week, get the detail right, then come Sunday we have a scrap.
“A lot of old mates have messaged and wished us luck. I don’t follow too much on social media, but I’ve heard that fans from the Ospreys, Cardiff and Scarlets are wishing Dragons all the best. I think that’s great.
“It’s great being in a semi-final, a team from Wales, and there’s certainly a lot of talent here, and not just our club, but with four regions.”
Looking at selection ahead of Friday’s team announcement, Tiatia added: “It’s been interesting. We’ve got a lot of players that have fought for trying to earn of a spot in the jersey.
“There’s a lot of players that are disappointed that they haven’t been picked. We’re trying to form competition and it’s a healthy thing.
“The club hasn’t been in a semi-final for a while, so it means a lot to all the players – I’d be disappointed if they weren’t disappointed, but they are.
“It means that they care about the club, but also around performances and opportunities.”
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