Wales Grand Slam-winning coach Robin McBryde reckons the Welsh game lost “a heck of a lot of support” after the introduction of regional rugby.
Five entities were established in a condensed top tier in 2003, with Celtic Warriors ceasing to exist a year later.
McBryde, forwards coach in the Warren Gatland regime that saw Wales win four Six Nations titles in 12 seasons, including three Grand Slams, admits he isn’t as much in touch with the Welsh game after his move to Leinster in 2019.