Wales Call Up Uncapped Macs Page After Rio Dyer Sustains Hamstring Injury

Uncapped Scarlets back Macs Page has received a call-aping to the Wales squad ahead of the upcoming Nations Championship fixtures following an injury to Dragons wing Rio Dyer.

According to reports and statements from team camp, Dyer sustained a hamstring injury while scoring a try against Ospreys last weekend. The 26-year-old has consequently been released from the national squad to rehabilitate with his regional club, Rodney Parade. Dyer, who earned his 24th cap against South Africa last autumn, had been recalled by head coach Steve Tandy following a strong start to the United Rugby Championship season.

Squad Changes and Injury Updates

• Rio Dyer: Released due to a hamstring injury sustained during the match against Ospreys.
• Macs Page: Called up to the Wales squad despite undergoing return-to-play protocols following a head injury while playing for Scarlets against Stormers.
• Sam Costelow: Returned to training after recovering from a hamstring injury.
• Ben Carter: Undergoing head injury return-to-play protocols following an incident at Ospreys.

Wales kicking coach Alex Davies praised Dyer's strong start to the campaign, noting his impressive high ball work and performance. Meanwhile, addressing the inclusion of 21-year-old Page, Davies described him as an all-action player who poses a threat in broken field situations and wide channels.

Upcoming Fixtures and Verification

• Match Schedule: Wales are scheduled to play Japan in Cardiff on Saturday, 7 November, followed by matches against New Zealand and Australia, and a final fixture at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium.
• Verification: Fans and interested observers can verify official squad announcements and match details through the Welsh Rugby Union's official website and verified governing body communications.