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<\/p>\nThe URC returned for one weekend at the midway point of the Six Nations – with the Welsh clubs putting in decent performances<\/p>\n
11:37, 02 Mar 2026<\/p>\n
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Ryan Smith celebrates after the Ospreys’ win over Ulster(Image: Gareth Everett\/Huw Evans Agency)<\/p>\n
With just one fallow weekend in this year’s Six Nations, the wait for United Rugby Championship action has been that little bit longer.<\/p>\n
But for Welsh supporters, it was certainly worth it.<\/p>\n
Cardiff<\/a> and Ospreys<\/a> overcame Irish opposition, beating Leinster and Ulster respectively, while the Dragons fought back to draw with Benetton.<\/p>\n The Scarlets<\/a> were narrowly beaten by Edinburgh, leaving Scotland with a losing bonus point.<\/p>\n Here are the winners and losers…<\/p>\n WinnersAled Davies<\/p>\n There were many standouts in Cardiff’s win over Leinster – with the Blue and Blacks ending the Irish province’s 11-match winning run to boost their own play-off hopes.<\/p>\n Their pack was a nuisance at the breakdown while remaining on the right side of the referee, while Jacob Beetham and Cameron Winnett ruled the skies.<\/p>\n Harri Millard was assured in defence – nullifying Rieko Ioane and Robbie Henshaw with his reads.<\/p>\n But, in horrendous conditions, Aled Davies controlled things with his box-kicking perfectly. The odd pass was a little wild, but he was very good throughout.<\/p>\n He eventually got his reward, crossing for his first try for the club – with the score ultimately proving to be the winning one.<\/p>\n Ospreys<\/p>\n Obviously, it is an immensely difficult time for the Ospreys right now.<\/p>\n Off the field, there is uncertainty about their future. It’s a desperately sad and frustrating environment to be working in.<\/p>\n Yet, on the pitch, they are continuing to find results to keep their play-off dreams alive.<\/p>\n The win over Ulster in Bridgend<\/a> on Saturday night made it five matches unbeaten in the league for Mark Jones’ men.<\/p>\n James Ratti was to the fore, while the likes of Ross Moriarty and Ryan Smith enjoyed big games.<\/p>\n Ensure our latest sport headlines always appear at the top of your Google Search by making us a Preferred Source. Click here to activate<\/a> or add us as Preferred Source in your Google search settings<\/p>\n Joe Roberts<\/p>\n The Scarlets ultimately fell short up in Scotland, but for a while, a victory on the road looked on the cards.<\/p>\n Wales centre Roberts gave them hope, crossing for tries in both halves.<\/p>\n This time last year, Roberts was becoming a part of Wales’ matchday squad under interim head coach Matt Sherratt.<\/p>\n