Welsh rugby players call off threat to boycott Six Nations game against England

Wales skipper Ken Owens will lead his side out against England in the Six Nations tournament clash in Cardiff just three days after Welsh players called off their threat to boycott the fixture in a row over contracts and playing conditions. © REUTERS - RUSSELL CHEYNE

Welsh rugby union chiefs have hailed a deal that will allow Saturday's Six Nations rugby union clash between Wales and England to take place.

Welsh players had threatened to boycott the prestigious fixture in a dispute over contracts and when players could be considered for the Wales team.