Wales Names Squad for Autumn Nations Series

Wales has announced a 35-player squad for the upcoming autumn internationals, with head coach Warren Gatland introducing new talent, including uncapped players Freddie Thomas and Blair Murray. Thomas switches allegiance from England, qualifying for Wales through his grandparents, while Murray qualifies through his mother. The squad sees the return of experienced players like Nicky Smith, Gareth Anscombe, and Rhodri Williams, the latter making a surprising comeback after over ten years. Dewi Lake will captain the team as they prepare to face Fiji, Australia, and South Africa in consecutive weekends starting November 10. Meanwhile, Scotland's coach Gregor Townsend is set to experiment with his squad during the autumn series, particularly against Fiji and Portugal, while injuries have already impacted player availability. Both nations are gearing up for competitive matches as they aim for success in the autumn series.