Wales' four professional sides returned to United Rugby Championship action this weekend, with Scarlets and Cardiff securing crucial wins, Ospreys drawing with Lions, and Dragons falling narrowly at Munster. The on-field drama followed a turbulent week of off-field uncertainty for Welsh rugby.

Ospreys and Cardiff fans united in protest against the Welsh Rugby Union and Y11 Sport and Media, shining phone lights in the 11th minute. This follows the WRU naming Ospreys as preferred bidders to buy rivals Cardiff, leaving Ospreys' long-term URC participation in doubt beyond next season.

Scarlets snatched a stunning 82nd-minute victory over Ulster with Ellis Mee's brilliant try, while Cardiff's scrappy win over Lions was described by Callum Sheedy as a vital four points. The Dragons' search for an away win continues, but they take confidence from a brave display at Munster.