WRU boss Tierney to step away after cancer diagnosis
Published: 8/13/2025

Welsh Rugby Union CEO Abi Tierney resigns after cancer diagnosis, stepping away from duties starting August 22 for treatment. No return date specified. Tierney emphasizes the need to prioritize health and recovery, expressing gratitude for support from family, friends, and colleagues. Richard Collier-Keywood to oversee operations in Tierney's absence.