Six Nations news: Wales star Leigh Halfpenny ruled out of French clash

Scotland add four players to squad after Hamish Watson breaks his hand

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny suffered concussion against Australia in November
Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny suffered concussion against Australia in November
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Wales won’t rush Halfpenny back

Wales head coach Warren Gatland does not expect to be able to call upon full-back Leigh Halfpenny for the first rounds of the 2019 Six Nations.

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