Roof open for Wales-England Six Nations clash
After a week of uncertainty, Wales have confirmed the roof will be open when they play England in the Six Nations.
Peter Hanson
09 Feb, 12:25
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Schmidt challenges Ireland to expect the unexpected after Murrayfield mishap
Ireland have to become more adaptable after losing their Six Nations opener, says head coach Joe Schmidt.
Peter Hanson
09 Feb, 11:52
Six Nations 2017: Wales vs England Preview
James Harrington
09 Feb, 11:14
England prepared for cunning Wales - Jones
England head coach Eddie Jones said he does not know what "cunning" Wales might have in store for his side in Cardiff.
Peter Thompson
09 Feb, 10:23
Six Nations 2017: Italy vs Ireland Preview
James Harrington
09 Feb, 9:05
Favaro returns as Italy change four for Ireland showdown
Conor O'Shea has opted to make four changes for Italy's showdown with Ireland in Rome, with Simone Favaro among those to come in.
Peter Hanson
09 Feb, 8:39
North, Biggar and Faletau fit to face England
There was positive injury news all round for Rob Howley ahead of England's visit to Cardiff this weekend.
Peter Thompson
09 Feb, 7:42
Sexton misses out again for Ireland
Ireland's Six Nations campaign is not going to plan thus far, with Jonathan Sexton losing his fitness battle to play in Italy on S…
Harry West
09 Feb, 7:39
Clifford gets call as Jones makes two England changes
Having started the defence of their Six Nations title with a win over France, England are set for a tough trip to take on Wales.
Russell Greaves
09 Feb, 4:31
Tuipulotu cleared of doping
Patrick Tuipulotu is free to make a return to rugby immediately after the New Zealand lock was cleared of doping.
Dejan Kalinic
08 Feb, 21:18
Six Nations Stats – Week 1
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08 Feb, 19:34
Six Nations Trumped
Sam Smith
08 Feb, 15:56
Eddie Jones is like Brian Clough and great for rugby - Edwards
Wales' defence coach Shaun Edwards is a fan of Eddie Jones' outspoken approach as England head coach.
Peter Hanson
08 Feb, 13:52
Van der Westhuizen was the perfect scrum-half - Yachvili
Assessing the career of Joost van der Westhuizen, Dimitri Yachvili said: "He was perfect ... as fast as a winger, powerful like a …
Christopher Devine
08 Feb, 10:46
Biggar and North injuries worrying Wales
Shaun Edwards says Wales are "worried" about the fitness of Dan Biggar and George North as they prepare for Saturday's clash with …
Christopher Devine
08 Feb, 7:57
RUGDAQ Weekly: Who's going up and who's going down in the global rugby stockmarket
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08 Feb, 6:41
Cheika: New Zealand apology not necessary
There has been tension between New Zealand and Australia over allegations of a listening device being planted in an All Blacks hot…
Russell Greaves
08 Feb, 5:54
Russell given all-clear for France clash
Scotland training on Tuesday included fly-half Finn Russell, who passed the final stage of the HIA process.
Tom Webber
07 Feb, 6:25
Man charged over listening device was employed by All Blacks - Hansen
New Zealand said it was "bizarre and unbelievable" to discover the identity of a man who was charged with public mischief on Tuesd…
Peter Thompson
07 Feb, 3:49
All Blacks vice-captain Smith signs new deal
All-Blacks vice-captain Ben Smith will not follow Aaron Cruden overseas after opting to remain in his homeland.
Peter Thompson
07 Feb, 3:00
Remembering Joost van der Westhuizen
Scotty Stevenson
06 Feb, 17:30
Kruis a chance for Lions 'gamble' - Jones
England's George Kruis will not play before Warren Gatland names his British and Irish Lions squad, but Eddie Jones has backed his…
Matthew Scott
06 Feb, 16:26
Jones out to 'paint our own picture' in England-Wales rivalry
England coach Eddie Jones says his side want to paint a new picture in a Six Nations rivalry with Wales that has often been one-si…
Matthew Scott
06 Feb, 10:47
Lions Watch: Hogg bosses Ireland, Hartley rusty on return
Dylan Hartley was out of sorts in England's win over France, but Stuart Hogg could do little more to impress Warren Gatland at Mur…
Peter Thompson
06 Feb, 10:39
Why 15-Win England Need a Change: Six Talking Points from the First Round of the Six Nations
James Harrington
06 Feb, 9:52
A true Springbok hero, a giant and a warrior - tributes pour in for Van der Westhuizen
Tributes poured in for South African rugby great Joost van der Westhuizen, who lost his battle with motor neuron disease on Monday…
Tom Webber
06 Feb, 7:46
South African legend Joost van der Westhuizen dies
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06 Feb, 7:43
A Love Letter To Baptiste Serin
Lee Calvert
05 Feb, 16:04
Kruis out of Six Nations with Lions hopes in the balance
England have suffered a blow with the news George Kruis will undergo surgery on his knee injury, ruling him out of the Six Nations…
Harry West
05 Feb, 14:26
Wales to assess Biggar as Howley dodges Davies quandary
Wales' win at Italy came at a potential cost with Dan Biggar injured, but Rob Howley believes Sam Davies can fill the breach if ne…
Harry West
05 Feb, 11:55
Wales wear down Italy in Rome
It was a scrappy start for Wales, but an assured second-half performance earned Rob Howley's side an opening Six Nations win over …
Harry West
05 Feb, 10:06
Weekend Round-Up: Six Nations Kicks Off With An Edinburgh Epic
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05 Feb, 7:16
Deja vu for downbeat Guirado
Guilhem Guirado said France's loss to England at Twickenham was "really hard to take."
Peter Thompson
05 Feb, 5:17
Moore moves on from 'frustrating' year for Wallabies
Stephen Moore is keen to see the Wallabies take positives from a disappointing and frustrating 2016.
Dejan Kalinic
04 Feb, 23:29
Jones expects France to become 'dominant'
France are set to become dominant in world rugby, according to England coach Eddie Jones.
Dejan Kalinic
04 Feb, 21:07
France have to keep working - Noves
Guy Noves felt France ultimately got what they deserved at Twickenham, while Louis Picamoles admitted they were "more than frustra…
Christopher Devine
04 Feb, 17:15
I always thought 'awful' England would win, says Jones
After England scraped past France on Saturday, Eddie Jones described the performance as "ugly" and the result as "beautiful".
Christopher Devine
04 Feb, 15:55
England have 'so much to work on' despite win - Hartley
England scraped to victory over France in their opening Six Nations match, but Dylan Hartley wants to see improvements against Wal…
Ben Spratt
04 Feb, 13:44
Te'o the hero as England scrape home to set record
England were below their best against France at Twickenham, but snatched a barely deserved victory to continue their winning run.
Christopher Devine
04 Feb, 13:10
Cotter revels in Scotland composure
Scotland held on for a surprise win over Ireland in the 2017 Six Nations opener and head coach Vern Cotter feels lessons have been…
Harry West
04 Feb, 11:57
Best bemoans slack start as Hogg hails Scotland win
Ireland came from 21-5 down to briefly lead at Murrayfield, but their poor start proved costly. "We weren't good enough," said Ror…
Christopher Devine
04 Feb, 11:36
Scotland end recent Ireland hoodoo thanks to Hogg heroics
A delighted Murrayfield crowd witnessed Scotland defeat Ireland in a breathtaking Six Nations opener on Saturday.
Peter Hanson
04 Feb, 10:35
Rugby great Van der Westhuizen 'in critical condition'
A statement issued by the J9 Foundation announced Springbok icon Joost van der Westhuizen was taken to hospital on Saturday.
Tom Webber
04 Feb, 6:59
Italy v Wales: Everything you need to know
With a new captain and a new coach from the previous campaign, Wales begin the 2017 Six Nations against last year's bottom side It…
Harry West
04 Feb, 5:30
Moore talks up Olympic rugby
The presence of Sevens at the Olympics will help rugby as a whole, according to Wallabies captain Stephen Moore.
Dejan Kalinic
03 Feb, 21:45
Why The Six Nations is a Bigger Deal Than The Super Bowl
Dan Johansson
03 Feb, 14:34
Coetzee set to learn South Africa fate
SA Rugby will make an announcement on Allister Coetzee's future "as soon as possible" after completing a review.
Peter Thompson
03 Feb, 14:25
England v France: Everything you need to know
England are strong favourites to extend their winning run to a record 15 Tests when they do battle with France at Twickenham.
Peter Thompson
03 Feb, 12:18
Moody tells Telfer to focus on Scotland after Jones jibe
England are right to be confident ahead of the Six Nations given their run of victories, says 2003 World Cup winner Lewis Moody.
Peter Hanson
03 Feb, 11:40
The 2017 Six Nations Will Have an Effect on the 2019 World Cup
James Harrington
03 Feb, 10:41
Betsen claims France could upset England
England are overwhelming favourites to beat France at Twickenham, but Serge Betsen told Omnisport Les Bleus should not be underest…
Peter Thompson
03 Feb, 9:52
Scotland v Ireland: Everything you need to know
Scotland must arrest a poor run of results against Ireland in the Six Nations if they are to emerge triumphant at Murrayfield.
Peter Hanson
03 Feb, 8:13
Rugby star Quade Cooper wins third professional fight with brutal stoppage
Once again Australia rugby star Quade Cooper proved more than adept in the boxing ring.
Peter Thompson
03 Feb, 5:53
Itoje ready for Lions captaincy, says Moody
Maro Itoje is a strong candidate to lead the British and Irish Lions against New Zealand later this year, according to Lewis Moody…
Alex Fisher
03 Feb, 2:43
Jones urges England to learn from Arsenal's mistakes
After watching Arsenal lose to Watford, Eddie Jones is keen to avoid a similar display of complacency when England host France on …
Alex Fisher
02 Feb, 17:07
England 'not far behind' All Blacks, Magne claims
New Zealand remain the best side in the world but England's return to form under Eddie Jones has closed the gap, says Olivier Magn…
Alex Fisher
02 Feb, 13:10
Henderson and O'Brien to start at Murrayfield
Sean O'Brien has proved his fitness for Ireland's trip to Scotland, while Iain Henderson comes in alongside Devin Toner.
Peter Thompson
02 Feb, 9:04
France put faith in Serin for England clash
France will be looking to the inexperienced Baptiste Serin to pull the strings at Twickenham in only his third start for his count…
Peter Thompson
02 Feb, 8:19
Six Nations 2017: The Tournament Starts Here
James Harrington
02 Feb, 7:50
Jones replaces Bennett as Cotter makes three changes
Vern Cotter has made three changes to his side for Ireland's visit to Murrayfield, with Huw Jones, Fraser Brown and Josh Strauss s…
Peter Thompson
02 Feb, 7:02
Warburton and Webb return for Italy clash
Rob Howley has made five changes for Wales' opening Six Nations match in Rome, with Sam Warburton and Rhys Webb returning.
Peter Thompson
02 Feb, 6:05
Marler and Daly to start against France
Eddie Jones has made five changes to the England side to face France, with Joe Marler starting just four weeks after breaking his …
Peter Thompson
02 Feb, 4:30
Playmaker to haymakers: Australia's Cooper relishing boxing return
Quade Cooper said rugby union remains his main focus, the playmaker has spoken of his passion for boxing ahead of his third fight.
Peter Thompson
02 Feb, 3:25
Ligament injury threatens Kruis' Six Nations
George Kruis injured knee ligaments in England training this week, making him a doubt to feature in the Six Nations.
Jack Davies
01 Feb, 13:03
Launchbury learning from line-out king Borthwick
Life under Eddie Jones is certainly different for England's Joe Launchbury, who has paid tribute to forwards coach Steve Borthwick…
Harry West
01 Feb, 12:10
O'Shea keeps faith with Springbok slayers in first Six Nations side
An experienced Italy side are targeting the scalp of Wales in Rome after stunning South Africa.
Peter Thompson
01 Feb, 9:21
Six Nations 2017 Preview: Discount the Mongrel Welsh at Your Peril
James Harrington
01 Feb, 8:15
O'Connor eyes Wallabies recall
Versatile back James O'Connor hopes a return to Super Rugby at some stage in his career can help earn an Australia recall.
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01 Feb, 8:09
Six Nations 2017 Preview: Scotland the Brave
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01 Feb, 7:57
England's Tamara Taylor: 'We Want Women's Sport on TV To Be Normal'
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31 Jan, 9:47
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England and Eddie Jones Are Entering The Difficult Second Year
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30 Jan, 15:15
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23 Jan, 7:43
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