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Breaking: Wales vs Scotland in Six Nations postponed due to coronavirus

Tomorrow’s Six Nations clash between Wales and Scotland has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak.

The pair were due to meet tomorrow afternoon in Cardiff, meaning that all of the round five games have now been postponed.

A statement for the Welsh Rugby Union read:

“Wales’ Guinness Six Nations clash with Scotland at Principality Stadium in Cardiff tomorrow has been postponed.
“The Welsh Rugby Union has maintained an open dialogue with, and continued to seek advice and direction from, the National Assembly for Wales and other stakeholders, including the Six Nations, on this fast-moving issue.
“Whilst medical advice remains consistent, we have decided that it is in the best interests of supporters, players and staff to fall in line with recent measures taken across the UK and global sports industries.”

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It follows a number of sporting events which have also been postponed, including the Premier League and England’s cricket tour of Sri Lanka.

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