Wales shows progress in WXV Global Series under Sean Lynn
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 5:40 AM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
Wales concluded the WXV Global Series with an eight-try victory over South Africa, finishing with three wins from four matches. Head coach Sean Lynn acknowledged that while the team is not yet at its peak, the results indicate significant progress from a nine-match losing streak last year. Lynn highlighted the hard work and commitment of players and staff over the past 11 weeks. The team hopes to build on this momentum heading into the 2027 Six Nations and further strengthen their squad, which has seen 12 new players capped during Lynn's tenure.
- •Wales won four matches in 2026, up from one in 2025.
- •Team narrowly lost to the USA, ranked in the world's top six.
- •Wales has capped 12 new players over the last 18 months.
- •Next major event is the 2027 Six Nations tournament.
- •Coach Sean Lynn emphasizes building a competitive squad.
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"Head coach Sean Lynn says Wales are not the finished product but he has been encouraged by their WXV Global Series.
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