How many Grand Slams have Wales won?

how many grand slams have Wales won
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So, how many grand slams have Wales won? Wales have won a total of 12 grand slams in 1908, 1909, 1911, 1950, 1952, 1971, 1976, 1978, 2005, 2008, 2012, and 2019 ranking them at 3rd place in the world in terms of the sheer number of grand slams that they’ve won.

Is Wales a successful 6-nations team?

Wales won the most Grand Slams in the Six Nations era, beginning with their first Grand Slam in 1908, and continued winning. They also have 22 Triple Crown titles, with overall 38 achievements giving them a huge number of international titles.

The Welsh team is known for its distinct style of rugby, which has been described as being ‘fast, free-flowing and exciting. The game was originally introduced into the principality by English soldiers during World War I. Wales has had a long history of producing some excellent players over the years including such greats as Gareth Edwards, Barry John, and Ian Botham.

Just after England, the most 6-nations Grand Slams winner, Walse climes its position. So, I think, Walse is one of the most successful rugby teams of 6-nations.

Has Wales won a Grand Slam?

Wales has won the Grand Slam 12 times, including 4 times during the 5 Nations era. They have won the Six Nations 26 times, including 13 shared wins. Wales has also won the Triple Crown 22 times and the Championship 23 times overall (plus three shared).

How many times have Wales won the Six Nations?

  • Wales has won the Grand Slam 12 times, most recently in 2019.
  • They have also won the Triple Crown 22 times, most recently in 2021.

In addition to winning the Triple Crown, Wales also sealed a Championship title for the first time since 2013 with their victory against Italy. Although Italy has the lowest 6 nations winning.

How many times has Wales won the Triple Crown?

Wales has won total 22 Triple Crown in 1893, 1900, 1902, 1905, 1908, 1909, 1911, 1950, 1952, 1965, 1969, 1971, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1988, 2005, 2008, 2012, 2019, and 2021 making 2nd most Triple Crown winner after England.

In the last match, Wales beat England 40-24 to win their 22nd Triple Crown in 2021 although England managed 4 more winning than them.

How many Shared Titles have Wales won?

Wales have won total 11 shared titles in 1906, 1920, 1932, 1939, 1947, 1954, 1955, 1964, 1970, 1973 and1988. 1 with Ireland, 1 with England & Scotland, 2 with England & Ireland, 1 with England, 1 with England & France, 3 with France, 1 with Scotland, and 1 with a Five-Way Tie.

What years have Wales won the Six Nations?

Wales won the Six Nations in the following years:

  • 1908
  • 1909
  • 1911
  • 1950
  • 1952
  • 1971
  • 1976
  • 1978
  • 2005
  • 2008
  • 2012, and
  • 2019.

How many times have Wales beaten England in the Six Nations?

Wales have beaten England 30 times in their history, but have lost 60 times. There have been three draws between the two teams.

England’s record win against Wales was 36-0 in 1907 at Twickenham, and Wales’ record win came in 1999 with a 29-19 victory at Wembley Stadium (when it was the Millennium Stadium). In fact, the only time Wales ever won in London against England was in 1999, when Scott Gibbs scored a famous try after intercepting Matt Perry’s pass to score at Wembley.

Plaudits were also given to Neil Jenkins and Ieuan Evans for the part they played that day – Jenkins scoring 22 points and Evans kicking an early penalty and being involved in most of Wales’ attacking play.

Is Wales a good rugby team?

Wales is one of the best rugby teams in the world and has won 12 grand slams. Wales currently ranks 6th in the world. Besides they have won other tournaments and titles making of total 38 winning international titles. Their overall growth, playing style, and winning habit place them as one of the most desired rugby teams in the world.

Was it easy to win those Grand Slams?

No, it was not easy to win those Grand Slams! Wales have won 12 Grand Slam in total and they have not always been easy to win. They had to work hard at it. They didn’t just wake up one morning and say “Hey, I think we’ll win a grand slam today.” They had to put their heads down and focus. Yes, they have won the Grand Slam in many different years and they have won the Grand Slam in many different ways. That’s what makes a grand slam so special!

How many times have wales beaten south Africa in rugby?

Wales has only beaten South Africa four times in the 29 encounters between the two teams.

  • The teams first met in 1906 and Wales’ first win came nearly a century later in 1999.
  • The last time Wales beat South Africa was in 2017 when they ended a 13-year losing streak against the Springboks with a 24-22 victory at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.
  • Wales has drawn with South Africa on four occasions.

Conclusion

Wales have won 12 Grand Slams in their history, more than any other team except England (who have won 26) and France (who have won 14). Wales is also the third most successful team in the Five Nations era (which began in 1910), with 28 titles.

Source: wru.wales

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