# Ospreys condemn WRU plan to axe a regional team

The Ospreys have publicly opposed a Welsh Rugby Union proposal to cut one of Wales' professional regional teams. They argue the plan is damaging to the club, its fans, and the future of Welsh rugby. The dispute could significantly alter the structure of the professional game in Wales.

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## Sources

### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/articles/c1w12eqdy0lo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:03 GMT
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/articles/cq891l3g3keo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 10:07:18 GMT