Wales Suffers Record 11th Consecutive Rugby Loss

Wales suffered a record 11th consecutive defeat as Australia overwhelmed them 52-20 in Cardiff, intensifying pressure on head coach Warren Gatland. This defeat marks the lowest point in Wales' 143-year rugby history, with Gatland overseeing 17 losses in 23 Tests during his current tenure. Despite a temporary fightback from an early 19-point deficit, Wales could not prevent Australia from scoring through multiple tries, even after a red card was issued to Australian centre Samu Kerevi. Wales captain Dewi Lake has stated that the responsibility for the poor performance lies with the players on the pitch rather than Gatland alone. With upcoming matches against World Champions South Africa and a tough Six Nations opener against France, the outlook remains challenging for the Welsh team. Gatland, previously celebrated for leading Wales to World Cup semi-finals and Six Nations victories, now faces a significant task to reverse the team's fortunes.