Wales face Fiji in the first game of the autumn internationals for Warren Gatland's team. Cymru have not won a game at Test level since they defeated Georgia in the pool stages of the 2023 World Cup. Since then, they have lost eight games in a row.
Most recently, though, they did win an uncapped game against Super Rugby club side Queensland Reds at the conclusion of their Australia series, but it's a Test win that they really need. Gatland has welcomed back a plethora of experience, and has named the likes of Will Rowlands, Adam Beard, Tomos Williams and Gareth Anscombe in his starting team to face the Flying Fijians. Here's everything you need to know about the match today.
What time is Wales v Fiji kick-off? Wales v Fiji kicks off at 1.40pm on Sunday, November 10, at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff . How to watch Wales v Fiji for free Despite the fact TNT Sports have the rights to all of the autumn internationals, Welsh channel S4C will be showing the match.
Therefore, you will be able to watch the game on free-to-air TV. Coverage begins at 1pm and concludes at 4.15pm.
What about live-streaming for free? You can live stream Wales v Fiji by using S4C Clic on mobile device, tablet or desktop. What TV channels is Wales v Fiji on? Wales v Fiji is also being shown live on TNT Sports 1 . Coverage starts at 12.
30pm and concludes at 3.45pm ahead of Scotland v South Africa. The rugby Autumn Internationals are underway.
All 21 fixtures will be broadcast exclusively on TNT Sports , which is available for £30.99 on a rolling monthly basis with Discovery+ Premium and also includes the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, boxing, NBA, and WWE. £30.
99 What about live-streaming? Wales v Fiji will be available to live stream by using Discovery+ . You will be able to view the stream via mobile device, tablet or on desktop. You must have an active TNT Sports subscription in order to view, which is available for £30.
99 on a rolling monthly basis with Discovery+ Premium , and also includes the UEFA Champions League , Europa League, boxing, NBA and WWE. What's the team news? Wales XV: Cameron Winnett; Mason Grady, Max Llewellyn, Ben Thomas, Blair Murray; Gareth Anscombe, Tomos Williams; Gareth Thomas, Dewi Lake (captain), Archie Griffin, Adam Beard, Will Rowlands, Taine Plumtree, Tommy Reffell, Aaron Wainwright. Replacements: Ryan Elias, Nicky Smith, Keiron Assiratti, Christ Tshiunza, Jac Morgan, James Botham, Ellis Bevan, Sam Costelow.
Fiji XV: Vuate Karawalevu; Jiuta Wainiqolo, Waisea Nayacalevu (C), Josua Tuisova, Semi Radradra; Caleb Muntz, Frank Lomani; Eroni Mawi, Tevita Ikanivere (captain), Samuela Tawake, Isoa Nasilasila, Temo Mayanavanua, Ratu Meli Derenalagi, Kitione Salawa, Elia Canakaivata. Replacements: Sam Matavesi, Haereiti Hetet, Jone Koroiduadua, Mesake Vocevoce, Albert Tuisue, Simione Kuruvoli, Isiah Ravula, Sireli Maqala. What has been said? Wales head coach Warren Gatland: “It was an unbelievable match when we played them in the World Cup last year in Bordeaux.
We were comfortably ahead with 20 minutes to go and they came right back at us and it went down to the final whistle,” recalled Gatland. “They’re a team that have just won the Pacific Nations Cup so they’re on good form. We’re excited about it and it will be a real challenge for us – but a good first game to have with Australia and South Africa to follow.
“Wales v Fiji matches are always tough, always physical, and the Fijians have some unbelievable athletes who are incredibly explosive. A lot of them play in France and over the last few years they’ve been involved in Super Rugby Pacific, which has definitely developed their game. “They’re definitely fitter than they were in the past, when they would have some magical moments and then slip in and out of games.
They are now a team capable of playing for 80 minutes. Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu : "It is massive for us because the last result at the World Cup was so frustrating. So close, but so far,” he says.
“We’re looking forward to it and especially facing their home crowd. It will be a big challenge. They’ll be fired up and looking forward to that game.
We have to embrace the event and prepare well. “It is a great for us to test ourselves and see what we can do. Ireland are the best team in the world and we’re thankful to World Rugby for giving us the chance to face them.
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How to watch Wales v Fiji on TV for free today
Wales v Fiji is being shown on two different channels on Sunday