Jac Morgan remains optimistic about Wales' progression towards the top tier of international rugby, despite facing tough defeats in the Nations Championship. After a promising start with a 39-24 victory over Fiji in Cardiff, the team suffered significant losses against both Argentina and South Africa, with the latter delivering a 43-0 defeat.

The Springboks, who rotated their squad for the match, showcased their depth by scoring seven tries, demonstrating the gap that still exists. However, Morgan believes that Wales is making strides towards closing this gap, stating, "I think we are – or at least we hope we are."

Reflecting on the season under coach Steve Tandy, Wales finished with three wins out of 12 Tests, ranking 11th in the world following Italy's heavy loss in Australia. Morgan highlighted the squad's development, particularly during the Six Nations against Scotland and Ireland, and their achievement against Italy.

Key points from Morgan's insights include:

• The squad's improvement is evident through their performances.
• The victory over Fiji was significant, given their challenging reputation.
• Continuous development is crucial for the team as they prepare for next year's World Cup, where they will face England, Tonga, and Zimbabwe.

Morgan, now a player for Gloucester after transferring from Ospreys, expressed pride in his teammates, emphasizing their commitment to improvement and collaboration. Wales will face further challenges in the Nations Championship this November against Japan, New Zealand, and Australia, culminating in a final match at Twickenham.