Wales’ Six Nations campaign is a big one for their rugby reputation. They are making changes for their opener against France, with two front-rowers set to start for the first time at Test level. Bold decisions by Warren Gatland, which he hopes will get them up and running.
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00:00Wales are set to field two front-rowers for the first time at test level in their Six
00:06Nations opener against France on Friday.
00:10Prop Henry Thomas and hooker Evan Lloyd are both in line for their first start, with all
00:14nine of their caps so far coming from the bench.
00:18Thirty-three-year-old Thomas made four appearances last year, while 23-year-old Lloyd had five.
00:24Cardiff's Kieran Aserati, who was expected to start, is sidelined with a back spasm.
00:31In the back row, coach Warren Gatland hopes to reunite Aaron Wainwright, captain Jack Morgan
00:36and Talupe Feletau for the first time since the 2023 World Cup.
00:41Wainwright's fitness is a concern and if he doesn't make it, James Bothan will look to
00:46start.
00:47In the midfield, experienced pair Watkin and Tompkins will be joined by Roberts and James.
00:53The four have a combined 123 caps and will be key in shaping Wales' performance.