Wales achieved a 33-31 win over the Barbarians in a warm-up match at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham. Despite the intense 32C heat, Wales utilized a squad comprised of domestic players to secure the result, featuring standout performances from fly-half Dan Edwards, who contributed 12 points and two tries. Additional scores came from Kieran Hardy, Reuben Morgan-Williams, and Ellis Mee.
The match was particularly notable for the farewell of Welsh legend George North, who appeared for the Barbarians. North made an immediate impact upon entering the game as a second-half substitute, scoring two tries and successfully kicking a conversion in the closing moments of his final professional appearance. The Barbarians also saw scoring contributions from Vincent Koch, Alex Nankivell, and Santiago Arata.
While this win provides momentum ahead of the upcoming Nations Championship, coach Tandy acknowledged the need for further tactical improvements. The fixture, played in front of a limited crowd, allowed several players who had been inactive for over a month to gain valuable match time. With many frontline players unavailable, the squad relied on domestic depth, though several key figures are expected to return for the tournament opener against Fiji.
