The Unsettling Reality for Welsh Rugby: Lessons from Durban The latest hammering by South Africa has left Wales reeling, raising questions about whether Steve Tandy's tenure has brought genuine progress or merely temporary respite.
Ten months of hard slog have culminated in a ninth defeat in 12 Tests under Tandy, and it's becoming increasingly clear that Wales is struggling to keep pace with the world's top sides.
One striking aspect of this season's campaign was the stark contrast between South Africa's ferocity and Welsh fragility.