Skip to main content
Work with the NEU
Coombs would understand strike action amid contract issues in Welsh rugby
Andrew Coombs who has given his support to possible player strike action amid a freeze on new contract offers in Welsh rugby. Issue date: Wednesday February 15, 2023.

FORMER Wales international Andrew Coombs has given his support to possible player strike action amid a freeze on new contract offers in Welsh rugby, it was reported yesterday.

A meeting is set to take place within the next week between Welsh Rugby Players Association officials and players.

Strike action is thought to be one option available, and it comes as Wales continue preparations for their Six Nations clash against England in Cardiff on Saturday week.

The 95th Anniversary Appeal
Support the Morning Star
You have reached the free limit.
Subscribe to continue reading.
Similar stories
British and Irish Lions' Steve Tandy (Defence Coach) during the Castle Lager Lions Series, Third Test match at the Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town, South Africa, August 8, 2021
Men’s rugby union / 21 July 2025
21 July 2025