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Surprise Departure: Louis Rees-Zammit Quits Rugby for American Football

Louis Rees-Zammit unexpectedly left rugby to pursue a career in American football on the same day Wales announced their 34-man squad for the Six Nations. Exeter lock Dafydd Jenkins, 21, is now the captain, and five new players have been selected. Wales’ first match is against Scotland on February 3rd. Cardiff quartet Cameron Winnett, Alex Mann, Mackenzie Martin, and Evan Lloyd, along with Bath prop Archie Griffin, are the newcomers. Cardiff-born Exeter wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso is not included, as he opted out, potentially joining the England squad. Injured Cardiff number eight Taulupe Faletau is expected to miss the tournament.

Wales coach Warren Gatland revealed that Louis Rees-Zammit decided to join the NFL’s international player pathway (IPP). The news came as a surprise to Wales, with Gatland supporting the 22-year-old’s decision. Flanker Jac Morgan and hooker Dewi Lake, the 2023 World Cup co-captains, are sidelined due to injuries. Dafydd Jenkins has been named captain, becoming potentially the second youngest men’s player to lead Wales in a match. Back-row concerns include injuries to Taine Plumtree and doubts over Christ Tshiunza. Cardiff’s Cameron Winnett and Scarlets fly-half Sam Costelow are among those vying for key roles following retirements and unavailability.

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