REDDIN: DON'T CALL A STRIKE

DAVE Reddin has warned Wales’ players against strike action this autumn, insisting such a scenario would have such dire financial consequences and could force a reduction of teams.

- STEFFAN THOMAS

The Welsh Rugby Union's director of rugby and elite performance's preferred model for the professional game is a reduction from four to two teams with significant central control.

Last month the Welsh Rugby Players Association issued a statement voicing their disapproval at a reduction to two teams, claiming it would lead to an exodus of players.

Jac Morgan has also reportedly told the WRU he would leave Wales if the Ospreys ceased to exist.

One potential option the players could consider is strike action ahead of one of this November's Test matches against either Argentina, Japan, New Zealand and South Africa in an attempt to force the WRU's hand.