John Kear, a highly respected figure in rugby league and a former coach for England and Wales, has passed away at the age of 71. He died on Sunday while traveling from the Challenge Cup final, where he was part of the BBC Sport commentary team.
Wales Women's rugby team has suffered another Six Nations clean sweep of defeats, culminating in a loss to Italy and the Wooden Spoon. Despite a quiet optimism entering the tournament, the team's performance has led to questions about coach Ioan Lynn's future.
Wales rugby international George North has announced he will retire at the end of the current season. The 34-year-old, who earned 121 caps for Wales and toured twice with the British and Irish Lions, began his career with Scarlets before moving to Northampton Saints in 2013, where he won the Premiership. He spent five years with Ospreys before joining French side Provence. North retired from international rugby in 2024.
Wales rugby great George North, who turned 34 earlier this month, has announced he will retire at the end of the season. The wing or centre won 121 caps and scored 47 tries for Wales before retiring from international rugby in 2024. He toured with British and Irish Lions in 2013 and 2017, playing three Tests and scoring two tries. North has spent the past two seasons playing for French second-tier side Provence.
Alisha Joyce is set to make her Wales comeback five months after giving birth to her son Ralphie. The 28-year-old Bristol Bears flanker, who has had only 30 minutes of rugby this season, has been named among the replacements for Saturday's Six Nations match against England at Ashton Gate. Wales head coach Sean Lynn said Joyce has been outstanding in training and "chomping at the bit" to return. The match marks 562 days since Joyce and her partner Jaz Joyce last played together for Wales.
