Why attack now outstrips defence in the 'chaos' of Six Nations rugby
In 2013, the Championship winning Welsh side conceded three tries during the tournament, so why in 2026 is it raining tries?
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No-shows from England and France in our Six Nations team of the week
Round four of the 2026 Guinness Six Nations feels like one that will be spoken about for years to come.
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2027 Six Nations to begin and end with blockbuster clashes in Dublin
The Aviva Stadium in Dublin will host the first and last fixtures in the 2027 Guinness Men's Six Nations after the schedule was re…
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World Rugby Ranking winners from mad weekend weren't a Six Nations side
Scotland and Italy produced two of the most memorable wins in recent Guinness Six Nations history, yet neither side were rewarded …
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Six Nations
Analysis
Six Nations permutations: What Scotland, France and Ireland need to win
What a weekend. The 2026 Guinness Six Nations heads into Super Saturday with three teams still capable of lifting the trophy after…
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Steve Tandy: 'We haven’t got a God-given right to go and get a win against Italy'
Head coach Steve Tandy insists improved performances do not grant Wales a “God-given right” to end their 15-match Guinness Six…
Andy Farrell gives Wales flowers but hints they pushed luck in one area
Ireland led just 12-10 at half-time before battling to a bonus-point win.
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Ireland edge Wales struggle session to keep Six Nations hopes alive
Ireland kept alive their slim hopes of reclaiming the Guinness Six Nations title by battling to a 27-17 bonus-point victory agains…
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Six Nations
Opinion
Wales player ratings vs Ireland | 2026 Guinness Six Nations
Wales player ratings: Wales arrived in Dublin as heavy underdogs for their Guinness Six Nations meeting with Ireland, with the vis…
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Springboks and All Blacks untouchable in World Rugby Rankings
We run through all the permutations ahead of the fourth round of the Guinness Six Nations and the Rugby Europe Championship semi-f…
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James Botham gets grief from other side of the world after Six Nations howler
Wales flanker James Botham has revealed how his costly “gut-wrenching” Six Nations mistake against Scotland brought a FaceTime…
This Ireland team are ‘nowhere near’ where they could be
Captain Caelan Doris insists Ireland are “nowhere near” realising their full potential as they chase the minimum of the Triple…
The 'obvious gulf' the British & Irish Lions tour inadvertently exposed
Dewi Lake admits last year’s British and Irish Lions selection highlights “an obvious gulf” between Wales and Ireland.
Irish camp joins Dupont vs Gibson-Park debate ahead of milestone
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell would trust “hard as nails” scrum-half Jamison Gibson-Park to protect his house against intrud…
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Andy Farrell directly addresses Saracens rumours
Andy Farrell expects to hold talks about his future as Ireland head coach in the “near future” following reports linking him w…
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Irish test will prove whether Welsh upturn is a permanent or temporary affair
There were seeds of promise in Wales' stern examination of Scotland's credentials but they now have to back it up in Dublin
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Andy Farrell mixes it up with 5 changes and one debut for Wales
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has made five changes from the team that defeated England in round three of the Guinness Six Natio…
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Steve Tandy not getting carried away after 'one good performance'
Steve Tandy has challenged his Wales players to manage the “different stress point” facing them in Ireland.
Injuries force Wales into three changes for Ireland
Wales have made three changes as they bid to end their Guinness Six Nations losing streak in Ireland on Friday.
Rugby World Cup 2027 presale hits 750,000 tickets at record pace
Rugby World Cup 2027 tickets are flying off the shelves at a record rate, with more than 750,000 sold to fans from 135 countries.…
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Ireland warned over the Wales side they will face after 'big boost'
Eddie James says Wales will take a front-foot approach against Ireland, despite being Guinness Six Nations underdogs.
Major Sam Costelow blow for Wales sees battle for No.10 jersey commence
Wales fly-half Sam Costelow has been ruled out of Friday’s Six Nations match against Ireland in Dublin.
What Paul O’Connell insists Ireland 'haven’t discussed' ahead of Wales clash
Assistant coach Paul O’Connell insists Ireland will not be sidetracked by talk of a potential Triple Crown following the jubilat…
Burned Six Nations trophy 'retired' after road traffic incident
The Six Nations trophy is to be retired from ceremonial use and replaced after it was damaged in a fire caused by an incident invo…
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Bundee Aki returns but Ireland's third choice 10 'ruled out'
Bundee Aki is back but Andy Farrell will have to make do without the services of his third-choice fly-half, Harry Byrne, ahead of …
Uncapped back-row one of two call ups to Steve Tandy's Wales squad
Steve Tandy has added a pair of forwards to his Wales squad ahead of Friday night’s Guinness Six Nations trip to Dublin.
'You can’t think what Ireland team’s going to turn up'
Joe Hawkins says Wales are planning for the best version of Ireland when the Guinness Six Nations resumes this week.
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Six Nations
Analysis
Six Nations half-term report: 'France lead the charge in struggle for the soul of rugby'
As France and South Africa rail against Australasian plans to revamp the laws, Les Bleus have shown the way forward in their quest…
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Blair Murray: 'I still think any shape and size can play rugby'
Wales full-back Blair Murray insists size does not matter after losing his place in Steve Tandy’s Test team.
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No change to laws as rugby stakerholders focus turns to fan experience
Global rugby leaders have agreed there will be no immediate changes to the laws of the game, as attention shifts towards improving…
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Why it's time to stop using Lions rigours as an excuse for French supremacy
Les Bleus have thrived in post-Lions years but the difference in playing minutes isn't marked, so are they just performing better?
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International
Interview
Scotland prop Javan Sebastian considering switch of allegiance
The Cardiff Rugby prop would love to play international rugby again - whichever country comes calling.
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Wales given Sam Costelow lifeline but forward is ruled out
A trip to Dublin to face Ireland on March 6 is the team’s next assignment and Costelow will be given every opportunity to prove …
Ex-All Blacks boss Scott Robertson's next role in rugby revealed
Robertson will get an early chance to avenge last year's record loss to the Springboks, which played a big part in his downfall as…
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Nations Championship venues confirmed with All Blacks putting record on the line
One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch, New Zealand, will be the stage for the first-ever Nations Championship fixture, with a he…
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Wales announce much-needed addition to coaching team
Pete Murchie is to join Steve Tandy’s coaching team on a full-time basis as defence coach.
