Ioan Cunningham has resigned as head coach of the Wales Women’s rugby team after a tumultuous season, marked by only four wins in 11 matches and significant issues surrounding player contract negotiations. The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) admitted their handling of these negotiations was poor, leading to player dissatisfaction and criticism of the union's management. Cunningham, who had been in the role since 2021 and was set to lead the team into the 2025 Rugby World Cup, stated that it was time for a new direction for the program. Under his leadership, the team achieved historic milestones, including a best finish in the Women's Six Nations in 13 years and a quarter-final appearance at the 2021 Rugby World Cup. The WRU is now seeking a replacement, as the Six Nations looms in March, and aims to address the challenges of professionalism in women's rugby. WRU officials have acknowledged the reputational damage and committed to learning from these events moving forward.