The western mail rugby

The Western Mail Rugby is a Welsh rugby union newspaper supplement that was published from 1888 to 2012. It was a weekly publication that covered news, results, and analysis of rugby union in Wales and beyond.

The Western Mail was a daily newspaper that was first published in 1869, and it was known for its coverage of rugby union in Wales. In 1888, the newspaper began publishing a separate rugby supplement, which was initially called the "Rugby Football Column". The supplement was later renamed the "Western Mail Rugby" in the 1920s.

The Western Mail Rugby was a highly respected publication in the world of Welsh rugby, and it was known for its in-depth coverage of the sport. The supplement featured news, results, and analysis of matches played by Welsh clubs and the national team, as well as previews and reviews of major tournaments and competitions.

The Western Mail Rugby also featured regular columns and articles from prominent rugby writers and experts, including former players and coaches. The supplement was widely read and respected by rugby fans in Wales and beyond, and it played an important role in promoting the sport in the country.

In 2012, the Western Mail Rugby ceased publication as a separate supplement, and its content was incorporated into the main Western Mail newspaper. However, the legacy of the Western Mail Rugby lives on, and it remains an important part of the history and heritage of Welsh rugby.