Will Rowlands has played 35 internationals for Wales

Lock Will Rowlands acknowledges players must take responsibility for Wales’ struggles, as they prepare to face world champions South Africa.

The team has endured 11 consecutive defeats, the worst run in their history, with head coach Warren Gatland under intense scrutiny.

Wales have not won a Test match since the 2023 Rugby World Cup and risk ending 2024 without a single victory. Rowlands emphasized that while coaching and support staff play crucial roles, the ultimate responsibility lies with the players.

“We are the ones who control whether we win or lose,” he said, admitting the team has let themselves down. Despite the challenges, Rowlands praised Gatland's leadership, calling it a "brutal situation for everyone involved."