When was the Dragons' last win before 2025?

The Dragons' last win was on December 15th, 2024, in the second-tier European competition.

Who are the Dragons playing in the Challenge Cup?

The Dragons are playing Perpignan in their Challenge Cup campaign opener.

Which players are out for the Dragons' Challenge Cup match?

Hookers Brodie Coghlan, Elliot Dee, James Benjamin, and Oli Burrows are sidelined due to injuries.

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Dragons Face Winless Streak Challenge

5 Dec

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Summary

Dragons seek first win of 2025 in Challenge Cup opener.
Team faces Perpignan, who have an 11-game losing streak.
Key players return, but several hookers are sidelined.

The Dragons are set to embark on their Challenge Cup journey, aiming to finally achieve a victory in 2025. Their first opponent is Perpignan, a team currently mired in an 11-game losing streak. This marks a critical juncture for Filo Tiatia's squad, which has not tasted success since a December 15th win in a lower-tier European competition.

The team has experienced a challenging start to their United Rugby Championship season, marked by missed late opportunities in draws against the Sharks and Ospreys. Fresh from a hard-fought, albeit controversial, defeat to URC champions Leinster, the Dragons are bolstered by the inclusion of Ben Carter and Rio Dyer, who have returned from international duty with Wales.

However, the Dragons face personnel issues, particularly at hooker, with Brodie Coghlan sidelined by a niggle, joining Elliot Dee, James Benjamin, and Oli Burrows on the injury list. This situation paves the way for Sam Scarfe to make his professional debut, with Will Austin serving as his backup after joining on a short-term deal.

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