Wales returned to winning ways in emphatic fashion, securing a 50-19 victory over South Africa in their WXV Global Series opener at Cardiff Arms Park. The hosts, who had not won in their previous nine Tests, scored eight tries against a Springboks side ranked three places higher.
Sean Lynn's team selection, including moving scrum-half Keira Bevan to fly-half, reportedly paid off as Wales attacked with notable freedom. They established a dominant 38-5 lead by half-time, with South Africa's indiscipline contributing to their struggles.
Sisilia Tuipulotu scored two tries, and co-captain Alex Callender, returning from injury, delivered a player-of-the-match performance. South Africa's Lindelwa Gwala was sin-binned in the first half, and Danelle Lochner received a sin-bin card that was later upgraded to a 20-minute red card.
Despite South Africa scoring two tries in the second half, Wales maintained their lead, with Tuipulotu adding her second try early in the half. The win marked a significant return to form for Wales.