The future of the Welsh regions is “teetering on a knife-edge” after a triple-whammy of Heineken Cup disappointments over the weekend. The Western Mail's Delme Parfitt reports.
"That was the verdict last night of dual code legend John Devereux after the Scarlets’ 19-13 defeat to Munster in Limerick completed a miserable three days of European competition for our representatives in the elite tournament.
"The Ospreys are all but out of contention following a 16-13 reverse at home to English champions Saracens on Friday night, while the Scarlets now have to beat Northampton at home, and Castres away, to stand any hope of qualifying for the quarter-finals as one of two best runners-up.
"The Blues’ situation is healthier – they are level on points with Edinburgh at the top of Pool Two after picking up a bonus point in a 19-12 loss at Murrayfield – but the manner of their recent performances has led many to doubt whether they can see the job through against London Irish and racing Metro in the final two rounds next month.
"And Devereux reckons the current picture is indicative of the uncertainty surrounding the regional game, amid fears over poor attendances and a lack of cash to prevent top players leaving for foreign clubs."
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