Wales call-up uncapped Olly Cracknell for Autumn Nations Series

Uncapped Leicester back row Olly Cracknell has been called up to the Wales squad for next month’s Autumn Nations Series.

Taulupe Faletau sustained a knee injury during Cardiff’s United Rugby Championship defeat by Edinburgh on Saturday and so has been released from the international camp.

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“It’s obviously hugely disappointing to lose Toby to injury as he’s a world-class player, but Olly’s been playing really well for Leicester and we’re excited to add him to the squad,” said Wales head coach Steve Tandy.

Wales host Argentina on November 9 and then play Japan before facing the All Blacks and world champions South Africa back-to-back at the Principality Stadium.

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