Scott Baldwin urges Gareth Davies to reconsider retirement for World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 2:06 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Former Wales player Scott Baldwin has called on Gareth Davies to reconsider his international retirement ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Baldwin believes the 36-year-old scrum-half's experience could be invaluable for Wales, especially in critical matches. Davies, who retired from Test rugby in 2024, demonstrated his abilities in a recent comeback win for Scarlets against Benetton. Baldwin highlighted that Wales may lack depth in key positions and suggested that Welsh coach Steve Tandy should engage Davies about a potential return. The World Cup is set to take place in Australia next year, with Wales drawn in a competitive Pool F.
- •Gareth Davies retired from Test rugby in 2024.
- •Davies helped Scarlets secure a comeback win against Benetton.
- •Baldwin believes Davies can excel in high-pressure World Cup matches.
- •Wales faces Zimbabwe, Tonga, and England in Pool F.
- •Davies will turn 37 by the time of the 2027 World Cup.
- 2:06 PMYahoo Sports — Davies urged to reverse retirement for World Cup
"Ex-Wales hooker Scott Baldwin is convinced the 36-year-old's World Cup know-how can still help Wales in Australia.
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