The United Rugby Championship is in talks that could see two of its Welsh regions replaced by United States-based teams.

WRU chief executive Abi Tierney says the governing body will produce its "optimal solution" to transform the domestic game in the next couple of weeks.

The Welsh Rugby Union is considering reducing its professional men's clubs from four to two in an effort to ensure both on-field success and financial stability. The proposed shake-up aims to streamline resources and foster stronger,

The radical two-team proposal comes a month after the Wales men’s national team finally ended their 18-match losing Test run with a hard-fought 31-22 victory over Japan. Since then, Steve Tandy has been appointed head coach, leaving his post as Scotland’s defence coach to lead his native country.

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) said on Wednesday reducing the number of professional men's clubs from four to two is the best option to secure on-field success and financial sustainability.

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