CARDIFF - Warren Gatland, who stepped down after a second stint as Wales head coach on Feb 11, will be remembered as a no-nonsense coach who oversaw a golden era of Welsh rugby when he first took over. Gatland’s resignation follows the 22-15 Six Nations loss to Italy on Feb 8 which condemned Wales to a national record 14th consecutive Test defeat.

Warren Gatland started having doubts about his decision to return to coaching Wales within weeks of his appointment. When Wales fired Wayne Pivac, Gatland didn't need much convincing to return to Wales in December 2022,

Cardiff coach Matt Sherratt will take temporary charge for the side's remaining three Six Nations games against title favourites Ireland, Scotland and England.