BBC Radio Wales

Scrum V

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The latest news, views and interviews from the world of Welsh rugby.

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

The Warm Up: A Fresh Start 06.11.2025

Lauren Salter is joined by Jonathan Davies, Ross Moriarty and Ellis Jenkins to preview Wales’ opening match of the autumn campaign against Argentina.  They also discuss coach Steve Tandy’s fresh approach and recount their experiences of facing Argentina.

The Warm Up: 'But Professional Rugby is 'ard!' 30.10.2025

Lauren Salter is joined by internationals Dillon Lewis, Richie Rees and Jonathan Davies to discuss what the Welsh Rugby Union’s plans for a National Academy would mean for the future of Welsh Rugby and they preview Wales’ autumn campaign.

A Welsh rugby shake-up, a derby stalemate, a win for Cardiff but another Scarlets defeat 27.10.2025

Lauren Salter is joined by ex-Wales wing Alex Cuthbert, former Dragons wing Ashton Hewitt and rugby journalist Alex Bywater to discuss the fallout from the Welsh Rugby Union's decision to cut one professional team by 2027. The team also reflect on the weekend's United Rugby Championship results. Dragons missed out on the opportunity to win their first league game in over a year after they were hel...

WRU decide to cut a professional side 24.10.2025

As Welsh rugby bosses decide to cut the number of professional sides from four to three, Gareth Rhys Owen speaks to WRU director of rugby Dave Reddin about the decision and what happens next.

The Warm Up: 'That was my first Guinness World Record…' 23.10.2025

Lauren Salter, Ellis Jenkins and Jonathan Davies are joined by former Wales international turned extreme endurance athlete Richard Parks to chat about the incredible expeditions he’s done since retiring from rugby, including achieving more than one world record, as well as chat about Steve Tandy's squad selection for the Autumn series.

The Warm Up: Room 101 16.10.2025

Catrin Heledd is joined by Ashton Hewitt, Lou Reed and Cardiff fly-half Callum Sheedy to preview the East Wales derby. We also find out what is in their rugby Room 101.

Tom Bowen for Wales? 13.10.2025

Gareth Rhys Owen and former Wales fly-halves James Hook and Elinor Snowsill discuss the weekend’s United Rugby Championship (URC) results and preview the Wales squad selection ahead of the autumn internationals. It was a weekend of stark contrast for the Welsh regions in the URC - Cardiff and Ospreys enjoyed hard-fought victories, but Scarlets and Dragons lost without scoring a single point. The t...

The Warm Up: Who’s this twig here? 09.10.2025

Catrin Heledd is joined by Alex Cuthbert, Ashton Hewitt and James Hook to discuss the latest in the world of rugby. They also share the rugby memorabilia that mean the most to them and answer your questions.

A wet, windy and winless weekend for Wales' regions 06.10.2025

Gareth Rhys Owen is joined by former Wales wing Alex Cuthbert and ex-Ospreys head coach Sean Holley to discuss the weekend's United Rugby Championship (URC) results. Dragons finally put an end to their URC losing streak but Cardiff and Ospreys both suffered defeats, while Scarlets' match was postponed due to Storm Amy. We also hear from former Scotland captain and motor neuron disease (MND) campai...

A sit down with WRU Director of Rugby Dave Reddin 02.10.2025

Scrum V head to the Principality Stadium for a chat with Welsh Rugby Union Director of Rugby Dave Reddin who says "everything is still on the table" as the governing body considers radical changes to Welsh professional rugby.

The Warm Up: I could have won the European Cup three times 25.09.2025

On the eve of a new URC season Lauren is joined by Alex Cuthbert, Jonathan Davies and Scott Baldwin to discuss what it’s like to move clubs and settle into new environments. Ten years on from Wales beating hosts England at the World Cup, they’ll also reflect on that famous night in Twickenham.

New Season and More Chaos 15.09.2025

Gareth and Lauren are joined by former Cardiff, Wales and Lions fly-half, and former WRU chairman, Gareth Davies.

The Warm Up: 'It's a wig, that's why!' 11.09.2025

Lauren Jenkins is joined by former Wales international Philippa Tuttiett, broadcaster Claire Thomas and former Wales fly-half James Hook to review Wales’ performances in the Women’s Rugby World Cup and react to the news that Harlequins head coach Danny Wilson will join Steve Tandy's Wales coaching staff.

The Warm Up: Playing for pride 04.09.2025

As Wales prepare to face the final challenge of a difficult World Cup campaign, Lauren Jenkins is joined by former Wales internationals Ellis Jenkins, Philippa Tuttiett and Siwan Lillicrap to discuss the highs and lows of the competition and look ahead to Wales v Fiji.

The Warm Up: "I wish I knew the answer to that because I'd probably be very rich" 28.08.2025

Lauren Jenkins is joined by Wales international Alisha Joyce-Butchers, former Wales captain Siwan Lillicrap and broadcaster Claire Thomas to look ahead to Wales against Canada in the Women’s Rugby World Cup and discuss Sean Lynn’s team selection.

Wales suffer record defeat to Scotland in World Cup opener 25.08.2025

Lauren Jenkins is joined by former Wales internationals Philippa Tuttiett and Siwan Lillicrap to review Saturday’s 38-8 defeat to Scotland in their World Cup opener. Sean Lynn’s side conceded six tries as they lost to Scotland by a record score. The result means Wales realistically need to beat Canada, the second best team in the world, to progress to the knockouts.

The Warm Up: 'It's a must-win on the weekend' 21.08.2025

Lauren Jenkins is joined by Alisha Joyce-Butchers, Ellis Jenkins and Philippa Tuttiett to preview Wales at the Women's Rugby World Cup as they prepare for their opening game against Scotland.

Scrum V – Wales Rugby Special 20.08.2025

Lauren Jenkins is joined by Alex Cuthbert, Jonathan Davies and Ashton Hewitt for their reaction to the Welsh Rugby Union's plans for the future of Welsh rugby. The Union say cutting the number of professional clubs from four to two is the "radical step" needed to save the game in Wales.

Another seismic day in Welsh rugby 20.08.2025

Lauren Jenkins and Matt Lloyd are at the Principality Stadium as the Welsh Rugby Union announces its plans for the future of Welsh rugby. We hear from WRU director of rugby Dave Reddin as the governing body insists that cutting the number of professional clubs from four to two is the "radical step" needed to save the game in Wales.

Can the Lions win a series 3-0 for the first time in the professional era? 30.07.2025

Lauren Jenkins, former Wales internationals and British and Irish Lions Alex Cuthbert and Tom Shanklin, and BBC rugby union correspondent Chris Jones look back at the win in the second test against Australia which clinched the series, and preview the third and final test on Saturday. The Lions are looking to leave Australia with a 3-0 series win and a 9-0 tour. It would be the first time the Lions...

Wales appoint Steve Tandy as head coach 21.07.2025

Lauren Jenkins, BBC Wales rugby reporter Gareth Griffiths and Daily Mail rugby reporter Alex Bywater discuss Steve Tandy's appointment as Wales head coach and hear from WRU chief executive Abi Tierney and performance director Dave Reddin about the recruitment process and the next steps for Welsh rugby.

Could Wales lose two regions? 14.07.2025

Gareth Rhys Owen and Matt Lloyd explain the Welsh Rugby Union’s latest proposals for structural change as they consider halving the number of regions in Wales. The governing body says it’s entering a formal consultation with the Professional Rugby Board (PRB) and could reduce the number of regions to three or even two. In a statement, the WRU said the current system is failing and is unsustainable...

Relief for Wales as they end 18-match losing streak with win in Japan 12.07.2025

Gareth Rhys Owen and former Wales internationals Gwyn Jones and James Hook react to Wales' 31-22 win against Japan as they end their 18-match losing streak. Wales held on for a first international win in 644 days as they levelled the series at 1-1 in Kobe. Fly-half Dan Edwards scored 16 of Wales' 31 points on his first start as Wales got their first win since Georgia in the 2023 World Cup.

Dan Edwards given first start as Wales look to end record losing run 10.07.2025

Gareth Rhys Owen is joined by Gareth Griffiths in Japan and Lauren Jenkins in Australia as they discuss Wales’ second test against Japan and the British and Irish Lions’ final warmup match. Fly-half Dan Edwards makes his first start for Wales as interim head coach Matt Sherratt makes four changes to the team that was beaten in Kitakyushu last Saturday, while number eight Taulupe Faletau misses out...

Wales stunned by Japan as losing run continues 05.07.2025

Gareth Rhys Owen is joined by former Wales internationals James Hook and Rhys Patchell to react to Wales’ 24-19 defeat to Japan in Kitakyushu as their losing run is extended to 18 games. It’s a second victory for Japan against Wales with head coach Eddie Jones also masterminding the first win in 2013. The defeat means Wales have fallen to a new low as they search for a first Test win in 21 months....

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