Wales name 48 player extended squad

The extended squad is locked in and preparations are underway for an unmissable Nations Championship campaign, which kicks off this June with a warm-up match at Twickenham against the Barbarians before Round 1 in July with Fiji v Wales, in Cardiff.

From experienced internationals to exciting new talent, this is the group ready to represent the nation on rugby’s biggest stage.

Six uncapped players are selected among the 27 forwards and 21 backs named today: Cardiff Rugby loosehead prop Rhys Barratt, Exeter Chiefs back row Kane James, Dragons back row duo Harrison Keddie and Ryan Woodman, Ospreys tighthead prop Ben Warren plus Harlequins centre Bryn Bradley.

Jac Morgan, Max Llewellyn and Teddy Williams return to the squad having missed the Guinness Six Nations due to injury.

Ellis Bevan, Dillon Lewis, Tommy Reffell and Joe Roberts are also named for Wales.

The Nations Championship then continues in November, be there to witness every tackle, try and unforgettable moment live at Principality Stadium.