Wales U20s Defeat Ireland 20-18 in Six Nations Match

Wales U20s achieved a significant victory over Ireland U20s at Rodney Parade, marking their first back-to-back wins since 2020. After a challenging start to the Six Nations, Wales managed a 20-18 win against Italy prior to this match, demonstrating resilience despite a rocky beginning against France. The game saw Wales capitalize on Ireland's handling errors and a strong defensive performance, highlighted by Harry Beddall's impressive 34 tackles. Ireland struggled with wet conditions, which hampered their ability to recover from an early 14-0 deficit. A late penalty by Welsh outhalf Harry Wilde secured the win, while Ireland's attempts to close the gap fell short. This defeat marks Ireland's first loss to Wales at this level since 2018, showcasing a turnaround for the Welsh side under coach Richard Whiffin.