RU Today: Wales’ Covid-19 cases and 2020 Tests under threat
Another busy day in the rugby union game as we cover a story of three players in Wales’ squad who contracted Covid-19, as well as the other major news.
What’s on the site
Wales head coach Wayne Pivac has confirmed that three of the players in his squad battled coronavirus but all three have now recovered.
Elsewhere, World Rugby chairman Sir Bill Beaumont said it is possible that all Tests scheduled on the 2020 calendar could be scrapped because of the impact of Covid-19.
In other news
World Rugby have announced that they have started a relief fund to help relieve the financial pressure on the global game during the coronavirus pandemic.
Three-time World Player of the Year Dan Carter announced his departure from Japanese Top League side Kobelco Steelers in an Instagram post.
What’s on social media
England attack coach Simon Amor opens up about working with some of the world’s best players.
🔘 Working with @owen_faz & @George_Fordy
🔘 Progressing during @SixNationsRugby
🔘 How England want to playMy Story: Simon Amor 📝 https://t.co/rjJkQOaW9y pic.twitter.com/zqNcfpvM34
— England Rugby (at 🏠) (@EnglandRugby) April 17, 2020
What’s on TV
All potential rugby union action has been postponed due to the coronavirus.