Wales, on a 14-game losing streak, face a formidable challenge against Ireland in the Six Nations. The interim head coach, Matt Sherratt, takes charge as Wales aim to end their losing run and defy expectations.
Wales find themselves on a 14-game losing run as they welcome Ireland to Cardiff on Saturday. Photograph: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images
“I think when coaches leave, the players do feel a bit of responsibility on that. I’ve been there myself. Sherratt could hardly face a tougher examination for his first game in charge, with Ireland 10 places above Wales in the official world rankings. And in terms of ranking points, Wales are closer to teams like the Netherlands, Namibia and Brazil than they are to
“ go through more phases than anybody else and are really difficult to contain. So for us, it is about how we manage that game and the territory.” Former international T Rhys Thomas, meanwhile, has joined Sherratt’s coaching staff for the remainder of the tournament.
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