Warren Abrahams, Former Wales Coach, Dies at 43: Rugby in Mourning

The rugby world is in mourning following the sudden death of Warren Abrahams, former head coach of the Wales women’s national team, at the age of 43. Abrahams, who led Wales from November 2020 to July 2021, passed away in Kenya, where he was currently coaching the Belgium women’s sevens team.

Belgian rugby mourns the sudden loss of BelSevens coach, Warren Abrahams. Warren was in Kenya with the Belgium women’s sevens team for the Safari 7’s tournament when he passed away.

Belgium Rugby Statement

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) expressed its condolences via social media. Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Warren Abrahams from everyone at Welsh rugby. Harlequins, a Premiership Rugby team, also issued a statement lamenting the loss of their former Academy coach.

Everyone at Harlequins is deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of former Academy coach Warren Abrahams. Warren had a lasting impact on the club during his time with the academy from 2011 to 2019. His passion, leadership and commitment to player development were felt not only at Harlequins, but throughout the rugby world during his distinguished career.

Harlequins

Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Warren’s family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.