Steve Tandy has named a 48‑strong Wales squad for the summer, spotlighting six uncapped players including Exeter back‑rower Kane James and Harlequins centre Bryn Bradley. The list also features Dragons duo Ryan Woodman and Harrison Keddie, Cardiff prop Rhys Barratt and Ospreys tight‑head Ben Warren. Six new faces will test their mettle against the Barbarians and international sides upcoming fixtures.

Key omissions include tight‑head duo Tomas Francis, set to join Sale next season, and Bath prop Archie Griffin, who will undergo surgery. The squad also omits hooker Dewi Lake and fly‑half Sam Costelow, despite their injury concerns. With six newcomers, Tandy balances experience and fresh talent as Wales prepares for a demanding summer tour across Europe and the Southern Hemisphere.

The campaign opens with a double‑header against the Barbarians at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, on 27 June, followed by three overseas legs against Fiji, Argentina and South Africa. With 33 Wales‑based players and a staggered call‑up schedule, the squad must gel quickly. This summer will test depth and set the tone for the upcoming Nations Championship in the coming season ahead.