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Wales call-up uncapped Olly Cracknell for Autumn Nations Series

By Emily Price
Leicester Tigers' Olly Cracknell - Image: Joe Giddens / PA Media

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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hdavies15

..and about time too.

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Y Cymro

Let's hope Wales restore some pride back into the jersey. Yes, the current uncertainty over regionalism isn't helpful. The WRU have a lot to answer for. But it shouldn't affect your passion to play for your country. All I say is prove all those critics and doubters wrong. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿✊

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Let's hope Wales restore some pride back into the jersey. Yes, the current uncertainty over regionalism isn't helpful. The WRU have a lot to answer for. But it shouldn't affect your passion to play for your country. All I say is prove all t...

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