Powell latest setback as Wales’ injury crisis deepens

WALES’ injury-hit RBS 6 Nations campaign has claimed another victim with Wasps forward Andy Powell ruled out of the clash against Scotland next Saturday.

Number eight Powell, who looks set to be replaced in the starting line-up at Murrayfield by former Wales captain Ryan Jones, suffered a shoulder problem during England’s 26-19 Millennium Stadium victory three days ago.

He joins the likes of Adam Jones, Gethin Jenkins, Leigh Halfpenny, George North and Tom Shanklin on a lengthy casualty list.