Wales calls up Taine Plumtree for Italy match

Wales has called up Scarlets back rower Taine Plumtree to their Six Nations squad ahead of their upcoming match against Italy, due to injuries sustained by number eight Aaron Wainwright and centre Owen Watkin during their 43-0 defeat to France. Wainwright suffered a facial injury early in the match, which may involve a broken cheekbone, while Watkin is being assessed for a potential anterior cruciate ligament injury. Plumtree, who has six caps, will join the training camp in Nice, where prop WillGriff John has also rejoined after recovering from a head injury. The Welsh Rugby Union has not provided a timeline for the injured players' returns. This recent loss marks Wales' 13th consecutive defeat in Test matches, raising concerns about coach Warren Gatland's position. The team is seeking to turn their fortunes around in the upcoming fixture in Rome.