🏉 Big news for Welsh rugby fans! Leicester Tigers’ Olly Cracknell is stepping into the spotlight as he joins the Wales squad, taking the place of the injured Taulupe Faletau. Sadly, Faletau had to bow out due to a knee injury sustained during Cardiff’s match against Edinburgh.
Cracknell, at 31, finally gets his long-awaited shot to don the Welsh colours at the senior level. No stranger to representing Wales, he previously showcased his talents with the under-20s and had six solid seasons with Ospreys, racking up 177 caps. With dreams of contributing to the national team, Olly’s call-up is a thrilling moment for him and fans alike!
Head coach Steve Tandy shared his thoughts: “Losing Toby is a big blow because he’s truly world-class. But Olly’s been on fire at Leicester, and we’re thrilled to bring him into the squad.”
It’s crunch time for Wales as they prepare for the autumn internationals, and the excitement is building under the new coach’s leadership. We’re rooting for Olly and the boys to make us proud on the field! 🏆
Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to cheer on our Welsh warriors! 🚀 #WelshRugby #TeamWales #OllyCracknell #RugbyFamily