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Mark Orders

Wales brace themselves for French invasion knowing they simply have to do better

The French juggernaut will roll into Cardiff hellbent and demolishing any Welsh resistance and Steve Tandy's men must show smarts …

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Jamie Lyall

Johnnie Beattie: 'The Calcutta Cup showdown will decide Gregor Townsend's future, or whether it's time for Franco Smith'

Dogged by Scotland's brain fades, poor results and constant Red Bull speculation, this may be do or die for the long-serving coach…

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Brett McKay

Opening salvos will dictate Australian Super Rugby Pacific fortunes

With a home World Cup appearing on the horizon, Australia's Super Rugby Pacific franchises know they will be under more scrutiny t…

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Gavin Mortimer

Why thriving Mickael Guillard is viewed as a future France captain

Athletic forward who broke through as a back-row excelled in a player-of-the-match display at lock against Ireland

Analysis
Nick Bishop

The times are changing, and some Six Nations teams may be left behind

As the importance of the kicking game grows, England and France look to be ahead of the curve while Ireland may fall stagnant.

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Mick Cleary

Mick Cleary: 'England approach Murrayfield with relish, no matter what awaits them.'

Steve Borthwick's England swatted aside a listless Welsh side knowing stiffer challenges lie ahead with Murrayfield looming

Analysis
Nick Bishop

How new-look France trumped same old Ireland in Six Nations opener

Fabien Galthie's Bordeaux-infused attack and renewed aerial focus exposed pressing issues Andy Farrell has yet to solve.

Opinion
Pat McCarry

Three Ireland players with huge World Cup questions to answer after Paris pummelling

Ireland weren't expected to beat France but the manner of their defeat was alarming and serious questions now need to be asked in …

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Jamie Lyall

Calum MacRae: 'Tommaso Menoncello is the best athlete I've coached but Finn Russell will be the difference'

Benetton's Scottish coach runs an analytical eye over the Six Nations clash in Rome, and the differences between rugby in Italy an…

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Joe Santamaria

Danilo Fischetti: 'I'm a bit different to most props, mate - I like to play'

The Northampton Saint will face a host of his club team-mates at the Six Nations as he looks to break new ground with Italy.

Opinion
Mark Orders

'Small steps are needed, but Wales have much to gain from this Six Nations'

Steve Tandy leads his reinforced squad into the championship against the backdrop of off-field turmoil.

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Ben Coles

George Hendy: 'What Furbs has done for my personal development has been massive.'

The Northampton Saints back three player was unlucky to miss out on England selection but is happy to bide his time and wait for h…

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