Sean Lynn's Wales endured a second consecutive wooden spoon as Italy trounced them 44-12 at the Principality Stadium, matching last year’s clean‑sweep of defeats. The loss marked the team's ninth straight test defeat, a first in its history. Despite a brief surge against England that yielded a try‑bonus, the campaign still closed with five losses from five matches.

Lynn, who took over in January 2025, has yet to register a Six Nations win, his record standing at one victory in 15 tests. Former number eight Sioned Harries and ex‑captain Rachel Taylor both called for the Welsh Rugby Union to back him with resources and contract stability, arguing the squad needs continuity to close the gap with rivals.

Injuries hampered Wales throughout, with Alex Callender and Kate Williams both ruled out, forcing Bethan Lewis into the captaincy amid a depleted leadership group. Coach Lynn introduced nine uncapped players, including 19‑year‑old Jorja Aiono, whose ball‑carrying impressed against Ireland. Yet coaches like Ashley Beck and pundit James Hook warned that skill development and individual work rates must improve if Wales hope to compete.