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Wales and Ospreys suffer lengthy Hardy injury blow

Welsh rugby has been dealt a significant setback with the news that Ospreys scrum-half Kieran Hardy will undergo knee surgery, ruling him out for months. Hardy, 30, left Friday’s 38-31 United Rugby Championship victory over the Dragons in evident pain during the first half and was later confirmed to require surgery after scans revealed a serious injury.

His absence will disrupt Wales’ preparations for the upcoming November international series, where he was expected to back up Tomos Williams in the squad. Hardy’s prolonged recovery could also impact his availability for next year’s Six Nations, raising questions about the depth of Wales’ scrum-half options and potentially accelerating calls for Gareth Davies to reconsider his international retirement after his standout performance for the Scarlets against Benetton last weekend.

Hardy’s injury is a blow to both Ospreys and Wales, as the 32-cap international had been a key performer in the 2025-26 United Rugby Championship. Ospreys coach Richard Kelly confirmed the severity of the injury, noting that Hardy will need an extended rehabilitation period post-surgery.

With Hardy likely sidelined for weeks or even months, the Ospreys’ backline will need to adapt quickly, while Wales faces uncertainty over its scrum-half selection for the autumn internationals and beyond. Hardy’s absence may also open the door for younger players like Reuben Morgan-Williams to step into a more prominent role in the Welsh setup.

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