Louis Rees-Zammit is set to make his fourth start at full-back for Wales as they kick off their Guinness Six Nations campaign against England at Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium this Sunday. The Bristol Bears standout will be making his return to the tournament for the first time since 2023, following his time in the NFL.
Wales’ head coach Steve Tandy has selected a strong lineup, with Ellis Mee and Josh Adams positioned on the wings, allowing Rees-Zammit to take on the No. 15 jersey. In addition to Rees-Zammit’s return, openside flanker Josh Macleod is poised to make his Six Nations debut after recovering from injury.
Tandy has opted for a 6-2 bench split to strategically address England’s powerful forward momentum, with Kieran Hardy and Mason Grady providing back cover. Grady rejoins the matchday squad following his recovery from injury.
Expressing his anticipation for the upcoming match, Tandy emphasized that the clash with England is a historic and momentous occasion, not only for the players but also for the nation. The match is set to kick off at 4:40 AM on Sunday.
Additionally, rugby enthusiasts in Fiji can rejoice, as they will have the opportunity to watch the full coverage of the 2026 Six Nations Championship and the Six Nations Under-20 Championship live on FBC, starting from Round One. This promising accessibility underlines the growing global interest in the sport and the excitement surrounding the tournament.
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