Australia Defeats Wales 52-20 in Cardiff

Wales endured a record 11th consecutive Test match defeat, falling 52-20 to Australia in Cardiff, marking the worst loss in their 143-year rugby history. The Wallabies dominated the match with hat-tricks from hooker Matt Faessler and full-back Tom Wright, despite playing 20 minutes down a man after Samu Kerevi received a red card. Wales, coached by Warren Gatland, has not won since the 2023 World Cup, leading to increasing scrutiny over his position. The match highlighted Wales' struggles, having briefly narrowed the gap to six points at halftime but failing to capitalize on their numerical advantage. With world champions South Africa next on the schedule, Wales faces the prospect of ending the year winless for the first time since 1937. This defeat raises serious questions about Gatland's leadership and the team's future prospects.