Jonathan Davies urges WRU board to resign amid criticism
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 5:12 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Former Wales captain Jonathan Davies has called for the resignation of the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) board amidst dissatisfaction. Welsh business leaders and local politicians are also demanding accountability, specifically targeting chief executive Abi Tierney. The WRU board, which recently lost its chair Richard Collier-Keywood, includes 11 members and is under scrutiny for its plans to reduce the number of professional teams from four to three by 2028. Davies emphasized the need for change, stating that Welsh rugby is losing its connection with the community. The WRU has not yet commented on these calls.
- •Jonathan Davies calls for WRU board to step down
- •WRU plans to cut professional teams from four to three
- •Business leaders and politicians also seek board accountability
- •Davies stresses community connection is crucial for Welsh rugby
- •No comment yet from the WRU regarding the demands
- 5:12 PMBBC Sport — Davies calls for WRU board to step down
"Former Wales captain Jonathan Davies calls for the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) board to step down.
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