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Warren Gatland has returned to coach Wales, replacing Wayne Pivac in December 2022Wales head coach Warren Gatland says the Welsh Rugby Union’s 60-cap rule needs to be looked at amid uncertainty over the future of players’ contracts. When asked whether the current rule needs to be changed, Gatland replied: “I think it’s a PRB (Professional Rugby Board) decision. I think it would be a positive step moving forwards.”The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) and four regions are negotiating a new financial settlement for professional rugby in Wales. Gatland concedes “there is a possibility” more players could leave Wales because of the contract situation. “I can understand that change because everyone is looking for certainty in terms of what’s happening on the pitch.”Gatland says he hopes Wales’ players will not be distracted by off-the-field matters.
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