Wales head coaches Steve Tandy and Sean Lynn will announce their respective squads later today for Saturday's double-header against the Barbarians at the Allianz Stadium in London. The men's match kicks off at 2pm, followed by the women's match at 5pm.
Key Preparation for Busy Summer
For Tandy's side, the uncapped Barbarians clash serves as crucial preparation ahead of a demanding summer schedule. Following Saturday's match, Wales will face Fiji, Argentina, and South Africa in the inaugural Nations Championship next month, playing on three different continents over consecutive weekends.
Tandy will be looking for further signs of improvement after Wales ended the Six Nations with a vital victory over Italy, securing their first win in the tournament since 2023.
Squad Selection Decisions
With an extended squad named for the summer, Tandy faces a selection dilemma: whether to field a near full-strength side to build momentum or give fringe players an opportunity to force their way into a slimmed-down squad for the remainder of the Test window. While the match is uncapped, debutants such as Rhys Barratt and Harrison Keddie could feature in TW1.
Tandy will reduce his squad after the Barbarians encounter. Both sides will be named later today, with Tandy addressing the media this afternoon. Follow all updates, including the press conference, in the live blog below.
