Wales players put in hoods and doused in water as part of World Cup prep

UNORTHODOX METHODS: Warren Gatland has revealed his Wales players were put in hoods, doused in water and subjected to the sound of babies crying as part of their psychological preparation. Pic: PA

Warren Gatland has revealed his Wales players were put in hoods, doused in water and subjected to the sound of babies crying as part of their psychological preparation for the forthcoming Rugby World Cup.

Gatland lifted the lid on the extraordinary lengths Wales were going to when detailing a recent visit to the Green Mile army-style fitness camp in Taffs Well. He explained how the intention was to take players out of their comfort zones and prepare them to deal with unexpected challenges but the use of such extreme techniques has raised eyebrows.