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Warren Gatland delays naming Wales team for under-threat England showdown

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Wales head coach Warren Gatland has delayed naming his team for Saturday’s under-threat Guinness Six Nations clash against England in Cardiff.

Gatland had been due to announce the starting line-up at midday on Tuesday, although the New Zealander will still front a scheduled press conference at Wales’ training base.

Whether the game goes ahead remains in doubt amid Welsh rugby’s contractual chaos and possibility of a players’ strike. Is this one of your favourite #WALvENG moments, @EnglandRugby fans?

pic.twitter.com/Bko7lz6PZ7 — Guinness Six Nations (@SixNationsRugby) February 20, 2023 Talks between negotiators of a new six-year financial agreement – the Professional Rugby Board – and Welsh professional players are due to take place on Wednesday.

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