ROME (Reuters) -Italy dominated proceedings but almost let Wales back into the game before closing out a 22-15 victory in the Six Nations Championship on Saturday and condemning their visitors to their lowest ever place in the world rankings.

The Six Nations wooden spoon is heading Wales’ way again after it lost to Italy 22-15 and earned more unwanted records in Rome.

Wales continue their search for a first victory since the 2023 World Cup in a vital fixture against Italy to kick off the second weekend of the 2025 Six Nations. Warren Gatland’s side were predictably dismissed by France in Paris to extend their losing run to 13 matches,

ROME (Reuters) -Italy dominated proceedings but almost let Wales back into the game before closing out a 22-15 victory in the Six Nations Championship on Saturday and condemning their visitors to a lowest ever place in the world rankings.

Wales rugby fans have demanded that Warren Gatland is sacked in the wake of their Six Nations defeat to Italy on Saturday. The 61-year-old's side have struggled over the past 18 months or so and were put to the sword by an inspired Italy side in Rome.

Wales have suffered a major blow ahead of their Six Nations clash with Italy, as duo Liam Williams and Dafydd Jenkins have pulled out at the 11th hour. Fullback Williams has suffered a knee injury, while Jenkins misses out through illness.

Italy dominated proceedings but almost let Wales back into the game before closing out a 22-15 victory in the Six Nations Championship on Saturday and condemning their visitors to a lowest ever place in the world rankings.