Wales secures convincing win over South Africa in Cardiff
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 8:27 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Wales secured a dominant 50-19 victory over South Africa at Cardiff Arms Park in their WXV Global Series opener. The hosts scored eight tries, including two each from Sisilia Tuipulotu and Kelsey Jones, returning to winning form after nine consecutive Test defeats. Wales quickly established control with a strong first half, leading 38-5 at halftime, before South Africa showed fight in the second half with two tries. The match saw notable contributions from players such as Courtney Keight, who scored the opening try, and coach Sean Lynn's bold selection decisions paid off with an impressive performance. The victory marks a significant turnaround for Wales as they aim to build on this momentum in the series.
- •Wales scored eight tries to South Africa's three.
- •The match took place at Cardiff Arms Park on September 18.
- •Courtney Keight scored the opening try for Wales.
- •Wales led 38-5 at halftime after a dominant first half.
- •Sisilia Tuipulotu scored two tries for Wales.
- 8:27 PMBBC Sport — Inspired Wales seal stunning win over South Africa
"Wales return to winning ways in emphatic fashion with an eight-try victory over South Africa at Cardiff Arms Park.
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