Warren Gatland has stepped down from his role as Wales head coach, effective immediately.
Gatland, 61, enjoyed a successful first stint as WRU coach between 2007 and 2019, winning four Six Nations titles, three of them Grand Slams and making it to the World Cup semi-final in 2011.
The New Zealander returned to the role in 2022, but has only managed six wins from 26 outings.
Pressure has been mounting on Gatland as Wales continue to suffer through its longest-ever losing streak – now up to 14.
Warren Gatland’s second tenure as Wales head coach has ended by mutual agreement.
— Welsh Rugby Union
(@WelshRugbyUnion) February 11, 2025
On top of that, Wales also:
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Are a record low of 12th in the World Rugby rankings
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Haven’t won a test since the 2023 World Cup
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Have lost eight Six Nations games in a row
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Suffered back-to-back defeats against Italy for the first time ever
On current form, a second successive Six Nations wooden spoon also awaits.
Warren Gatland steps down as Wales coach
Gatland has now left his role as head coach of Wales after coming to a mutual agreement with the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU), the governing body announced on Tuesday (February 11) afternoon.
Cardiff Rugby head coach Matt Sherratt has been appointed as Wales head coach for the final three matches of the @SixNationsRugby
— Welsh Rugby Union
Who will replace Warren Gatland as Wales head coach?
Gatland’s departure comes midway through the 2025 Guinness Six Nations tournament with three games still to play – against Ireland, Scotland and England.
Cardiff head coach Matt Sherratt will take charge of Wales’ remaining Six Nations games, WRU announced on Tuesday.
Looking further ahead to a permanent replacement for Gatland, along with Sherratt, the likes of former Australia coach Michael Cheika, Glasgow coach Franco Smith and Ireland interim boss Simon Easterby have also been linked to the Wales job.
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