Wales and France kick off 2025 Six Nations campaign in Paris - Wales face a Herculean task to defy the odds at the Stade de France.

Wales' 'strongest' side: Liam Williams; Josh Adams, Joe Roberts, Owen Watkin, Tom Rogers; Ben Thomas, Tomos Williams; Gareth Thomas, Elliot Dee, Keiron Assiratti, Dafydd Jenkins, Will Rowlands, Aaron Wainwright, Jac Morgan, Taulupe Faletau.

Gareth, Lauren and Cennydd discuss Warren Gatland’s team for the opening game in France. Read more

Wales face a stiff opening challenge as they bid to end their losing run against France in the opening fixture of the Six Nations. Warren Gatland’s side went the entirety of 2024 without Test success,

Fabien Galthie's in-form France start this year's Six Nations by hosting struggling Wales on Friday with the head coach fully aware of the challenge of winning the title. Wales' hopes of a first win over France since 2019 will be hindered by the presence of Olympic gold medallist Dupont.