Wales Set to Face South Africa in Qatar Airways Cup Opener at Twickenham

Wales is gearing up to kick off their summer international series with a challenging match against reigning champions South Africa in the Qatar Airways Cup at Twickenham Stadium. Head coach Warren Gatland has named a young and inexperienced squad for the opening encounter, with several talented players like Dafydd Jenkins, Christ Tshiunza, Regan Grace, Archie Griffen, and Josh Hathaway expected to make their mark in future matches.

The match is scheduled to take place at 2pm, and fans can catch the action live on Sky Sports and S4C, with coverage starting at 1pm. Both teams have finalized their lineups, with Cameron Winnett, Liam Williams, and Owen Watkin among the key players for Wales, while Aphelele Fassi, Edwill van der Merwe, and Faf de Klerk are set to lead the charge for South Africa.

The referee for the game will be Chris Busby, with assistant referees Christophe Ridley and Adam Leal, and TMO Mark Patton set to ensure fair play throughout the match. With a blend of experience and fresh talent on display, the stage is set for an exciting clash between Wales and South Africa.