Today's rugby headlines as WRU admit 'embarrassment' and Ireland ace snubs every Wales player in best Six Nations XV

Here are today's rugby headlines on Thursday, February 3.

Welsh Rugby Union CEO Steve Phillips has admitted some of the drink-fuelled incidents reported at the Principality Stadium during the autumn internationals were "embarrassing".

It's been revealed the WRU considered banning booze altogether from the stadium but decided, in the end, to shut bars after half time for the Six Nations.

A move to selling weaker beer is also being introduced.

Speaking about the new measures, Phillips said: "It’s all about our customers and our fans. We have a very passionate fan base and a magnificent stadium.

"We know players love playing here and we have something really special. It’s something we are really proud of.

"Some of the stories we heard were embarrassing. We’re not being forced to do this, but we think it’s the right thing to do.

"It wasn’t a difficult decision at all. We’re going to drop a bit of revenue, but it’s the right thing to do.

"Having a drink at the game is part of the culture and what people want. Some people will say it’s going too far.

"Others will say it’s not far enough. We’re asking people to come here and be responsible. Come and enjoy the game and have a good day, but be responsible."

Other measures include phasing in a 4.1% beer to replace the current 5% Heineken product. However, the WRU stopped short of introducing a full stadium ban despite a number of incidents and complaints in the autumn.

"We did consider it," said stadium manager Mark Williams.

"But when we looked at the surveys, being able to access alcohol in moderation was a big part of the matchday experience for many fans. So banning that would have been a blind punishment."

Ireland and Lions international Sean O'Brien has snubbed the entire