Georgia make fresh challenge to Wales after jumping above them in the world rankings – as the Eastern Europeans target Six Nations spot

Georgia have laid down the gauntlet to struggling Wales once again with an invitation for the two sides to meet in Tbilisi as the Lelos look to prove their Six Nations credentials.

The Eastern Europeans, coached by former England and Leicester hooker Richard Cockerill, have risen to 11 in World Rugby’s rankings – a place above Wales who have lost 14 straight Tests. Last season, Georgia also made an offer to play Wales which was not taken up.