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'The third one probably wouldn't have come about if the second hadn't been disallowed'
The Leinster wing became the eighth Irishman to score two tries on his Test bow but could have had an historic hat-trick.
Garry Ringrose's Six Nations is over with broken jaw
Garry Ringrose missed two of the three Ireland Six Nations games last February and he was in the wars again on Saturday in Dublin.…
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Liam Heagney
24 Oct 2020, 11:35
Ireland player ratings vs Italy
Ireland got the Six Nations back up and running with a win over Italy where debut-making Will Connors was the official man of the …
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Liam Heagney
24 Oct 2020, 10:50
Rookies help Ireland to bonus-point win but soft Italian tries leaves title door open for England
Ireland began the Six Nations restart with a 50-17 win over Italy, but they will fear they have left title door open for England t…
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Liam Heagney
24 Oct 2020, 9:48
Farrell explains why he has gone for Ireland flankers with just 2 Test caps
The starting Ireland back row at Twickenham had 131 caps - next Saturday's against Italy will have just 43 after Farrell changes i…
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Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2020, 5:52
Ireland make six changes to XV after England loss, handing debuts to Keenan and Connors
Following their Six Nations defeat to England last February, Ireland have made six changes to their XV to take on Italy on Saturda…
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Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2020, 4:47
The lesson the Six Nations can teach New Zealand Rugby when it comes to All Blacks tests
Sunday’s Bledisloe Cup encounter at Eden Park answered several questions and raised a few others.
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Campbell Burnes
20 Oct 2020, 21:21
The extra steps Owen Farrell is taking to legalise his tackle technique ahead of England return
Farrell was sent off for knocking Wasps’ Charlie Atkinson unconscious with a high hit last month and as a result of the ensuing …
Johnny Sexton provides fitness update as Ireland prepare for Six Nations restart
It was October 2 when Johnny Sexton limped out of a Leinster PRO14 match and the Ireland skipper has now spoken about his fitness.…
Suspended Henderson will miss Ireland's Six Nations title bid
Iain Henderson was viewed as a likely starter when Ireland complete their delayed Six Nations campaign but he has now been suspend…
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Online Editors
15 Oct 2020, 6:25
CVC's touted £300m investment in the Six Nations suffers another complication - reports
The proposed CVC buy into the Six Nations has become a drawn-out saga and a fresh reason for the ongoing delay has now emerged. …
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Online Editors
09 Oct 2020, 9:11
Fiji unveil outrageous lineup of coaches gathered from across the globe
Fiji Rugby have finally confirmed their coaching lineup for the upcoming Autumn Nations competition - and it's laden with talent f…
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Online Editors
16 Sep 2020, 23:06
All of Wales' 8 Nations matches will be free-to-air
The Welsh Rugby Union have confirmed that all of Wales pool matches in the '8 Nations' competition, including England, will be liv…
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Online Editors
14 Sep 2020, 4:07
England captain or not, Farrell deserves a lengthy ban - Andy Goode
Whether it’s the England captain or a player making his Premiership debut in the dock, the hit that got Owen Farrell sent off sh…
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Andy Goode
06 Sep 2020, 2:37
SANZAAR deny reports Springboks in 'advanced discussions' to play in European tournament
SANZAAR CEO Andy Marinos has reportedly denied claims that South Africa are set to shun the Rugby Championship this year and play …
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Online Editors
30 Aug 2020, 18:48
Laporte: Springboks on verge of joining Eight Nations
Six Nations vice-president Bernard Laporte has revealed that the Springboks are advanced talks to join this Autumn's Eight Nations…
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Ian Cameron
30 Aug 2020, 1:38
Blow for Wales as Williams ruled out for up to four months
Tomos Williams started three of the four Six Nations games played in 2020 by Wales but he will now miss the Test restart through i…
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Online Editors
26 Aug 2020, 4:49
North's availability for Wales' remaining Six Nations game in jeopardy after red-card ban
Wales are playing Scotland on October 31 but there is doubt over George North following his suspension for last Sunday's Ospreys r…
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Online Editors
25 Aug 2020, 6:55
French rugby hit by extended ban on large public gatherings, Montpellier shut down collective training
Concerns about increased coronavirus cases have led to the French ban on public gatherings of no more than 5,000 being increased a…
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Online Editors
11 Aug 2020, 9:38
Iain Henderson is an injury doubt for Ireland's Six Nations campaign restart
Ulster have issued a medical bulletin that does not contain good news for Andy Farrell regarding the availability of Iain Henderso…
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Online Editors
11 Aug 2020, 2:10
Not one Scot makes the cut in Lewis Moody's Six Nations 'Greatest XV'
Former England skipper Lewis Moody has picked a swashbuckling Greatest Six Nations XV, but there isn't any room for any Scots or I…
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Ian Cameron
09 Aug 2020, 7:45
Ireland boss Farrell insists Six Nations title still 'there to be won'
Ireland have two matches remaining in the competition.
Six Nations confirm dates and venues for suspended games
The 2020 Six Nations Championship, which was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, will restart on Saturday, October 24.
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Ciarán Kennedy
05 Aug 2020, 6:15
Questions being asked of 'Eight Nations' pool groupings
The new tournament will see Japan and Fiji join the Six Nations teams in a two-group format, and will replace the original Test sc…
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Ian Cameron
04 Aug 2020, 6:20
Major blow for Leinster and Ireland as Ryan ruled out for up to 12 weeks
The province have confirmed that Ryan suffered a shoulder injury recently and has had a procedure to address the issue.
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Ciarán Kennedy
03 Aug 2020, 6:02
Fiji's invite is for November only but here is why they would be a long-term Six Nations asset
The politics surrounding the game in Fiji leave much to be desired but there is one very good reason why they would be a useful as…
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Chris Jones
24 Jul 2020, 10:21
Six Nations have responded to Fiji claims that they are joining the annual tournament
A statement from the Fiji Rugby Union suggested they were joining the Six Nations but it appears something has got lost in the tra…
Six Nations issues statement following weekend Laporte claim deal is done with CVC
Six Nations officials have issued a statement following the done deal claims last weekend by Bernard Laporte regarding CVC Capital…
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Online Editors
07 Jul 2020, 11:01
England to stage Six Nations warm-up match prior to Italy in search of cash boost
Having just shed 139 jobs due to the pandemic, the RFU will look to claw back some cash by staging a Six Nations warm-up game for …
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Chris Jones
07 Jul 2020, 3:19
Bernard Laporte: CVC will acquire share of Six Nations
World Rugby vice-chairman Bernard Laporte has revealed that CVC have acquired a 14.5 per cent stake in the Guinness Six Nations.
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Online Editors
05 Jul 2020, 11:02
'I didn't sexually assault someone in the workplace. I tickled someone's k**b, as a laugh.'
England prop Joe Marler has broken his silence on the Alun Wyn Jones incident in typical Joe Marler fashion.
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Online Editors
30 Jun 2020, 19:11
Report: All Blacks end of year tour in major doubt after plans for new Northern tournament
The All Blacks' end of year tour looks to be in major doubt with a new eight-team tournament, involving the Six Nations and two gu…
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Online Editors
30 Jun 2020, 17:22
New global calendar up for discussion as international and club bosses set for major World Rugby meeting
A number of proposals surrounding the global rugby calendar are set to be discussed during an online forum hosted by World Rugby o…
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Online Editors
15 Jun 2020, 4:28
Confirmed: First ever home-and-away Six Nations one of 3 options on table for Test restart
With the traditional November tour fixtures under threat, the RFU have revealed England could be involved in an extended Six Natio…
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Chris Jones
04 Jun 2020, 5:19
Date set for global calendar summit that could change the rugby schedule forever - report
Following talks between Six Nations and SANZAAR, a follow-up is now scheduled for Dublin that includes Premiership, Top 14, PRO14 …
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Online Editors
30 May 2020, 2:20
Six Nations and SANZAAR issue joint global calendar statement detailing 7 key principles
Six Nations and SANZAAR have been working closely over the lockdown period to try and develop proposals for an aligned global cale…
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Liam Heagney
22 May 2020, 1:25
'Inaccurate speculation': Upset Six Nations issue statement about 4 Nations rumour
Fears that travel restrictions may still be in place next November created speculation the Six Nations could stage a 'Four Nations…
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Online Editors
19 May 2020, 1:57
Six Nations reported to now be open-minded about doing the unthinkable
It was always felt due to its dominance that the Six Nations was an immovable object and would ultimately remain the stumbling blo…
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Online Editors
15 May 2020, 5:44
Scottish Rugby Union suggests all is not lost yet for 2019/20 PRO14 season
SRU chief operating officer Dominic McKay, who is a PRO14 board member, stressed any resumption would be dependent on getting appr…
'A massive opportunity will have been missed': Sir Clive Woodward slams Fiji, Samoa, Six Nations for backing World Rugby chairman Sir Bill Beaumont
Sir Clive Woodward has launched a stinging rebuke aimed towards the nations - both established and emerging - who helped re-elect …
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Online Editors
03 May 2020, 20:27
Bill Beaumont: Six Nations won't be moved
World Rugby’s re-elected chair says “embryonic” talks have begun with representatives from both hemispheres.
Watch: Farrell's alpha moment backfires as Scotland break 10-year Calcutta Cup drought
With Scotland's Calcutta Cup drought entering its tenth year, there was nothing to suggest England would be troubled. They had pou…
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Online Editors
02 May 2020, 16:46
'We voted for Gus Pichot': New Zealand Rugby hits out at Six Nations rivals, demands change at World Rugby
New Zealand Rugby has unequivocally outlined its voting stance for the World Rugby chairman elections.
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Online Editors
30 Apr 2020, 18:18
Re-design the Nations Championship for the growth of rugby, not as a Tier 1 cabal
The proposed Nations Championship has again reared its head as Sir Bill Beaumont and Agustin Pichot vie for World Rugby chairman. …
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Alex Shaw
29 Apr 2020, 5:45
Watch: The moment Owen Farrell proved he possessed the greatness gene
England's captain Owen Farrell has grown into the rugby world's most polarising figure, but many detractors overlook his vast arra…
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Online Editors
26 Apr 2020, 14:34
England prop Joe Marler set to complete suspension without missing a match
England prop Joe Marler was handed the suspension on March 12 after he was found guilty of grabbing Alun Wyn Jones' genitals durin…
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Online Editors
24 Apr 2020, 18:15
'Even the Springboks would struggle in the Six Nations' - Italy's South African coach offers reality check
Former Bulls and Stormers flyhalf Marius Goosen, currently an assistant coach with Italy, believes that even the Springboks would …
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Online Editors
22 Apr 2020, 16:31
Report: CVC Six Nations deal stalled
The multi-million pound Six Nations investment deal tabled by private equity firm CVC appears to have stalled - according to repor…
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Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2020, 6:25
He's a long shot but Pichot could be just what rugby needs - Andy Goode
With the election result for World Rugby chairman due to be announced on May 12, the Argentine is a late entrant in a contest ofte…
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Andy Goode
18 Apr 2020, 4:04
Ex-Ireland international explains why Six Nations won't budge from February/March slot... and the reason isn't money
The European spring has always been the traditional time for the tournament, but there have been calls in recent years for the Six…
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Online Editors
17 Apr 2020, 5:02
England preparing for October tour of Japan if historic July matches are cancelled
The RFU are also preparing for the prospect of a second Six Nations taking place throughout October and November.
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Online Editors
10 Apr 2020, 17:31
Why a second 2020 Six Nations could be played in November - reports
It has already been a busy week in conjuring up new ideas - it was only Sunday night when it emerged from France that a Club World…
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Online Editors
07 Apr 2020, 3:40
Analysis: Why Stuart Hogg's shortened Six Nations campaign provides hope for the future
This year's Six Nations campaign has seen Hogg continue his evolution as a player, transitioning from a player that performs feats…
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Ben Smith
06 Apr 2020, 22:15
Where are they now: the Welsh Grand Slam champions of 2012
Wales entered the 2012 Six Nations in high spirits, after a young squad of players came fourth in the Rugby World Cup in New Zeala…
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Josh Raisey
05 Apr 2020, 6:17
A move to the Six Nations would be all positive for the Springboks - but what would their opposition think?
There are certainly some positives for the Six Nations of welcoming the three-time world champion Springboks. However, in the long…
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Online Editors
02 Apr 2020, 13:57
How the coronavirus outbreak has affected rugby union
Postponements and cancellations mean there are more questions than answers currently. Postponements and cancellations have hit acr…
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Online Editors
02 Apr 2020, 7:34
Former Springbok turned kicking coach utterly seduced by the Six Nations
One time Springbok Nicolaas Vlok Cilliers believes that South Africa joining the Six Nations would be a 'no brainer' - report Rugb…
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Online Editors
02 Apr 2020, 3:58
The unusual facility Dan Biggar is using to keep his kicking on point during lockdown
The Wales out-half last played on March 7 and with the sport now on ice for the foreseeable future, he has been come up with some …
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Online Editors
27 Mar 2020, 8:04
Where are they now: France's 2010 Grand Slam winning team
The strangest thing is that the decade actually started with a lot of promise for France under Marc Lièvremont, with a Grand Slam…
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Josh Raisey
27 Mar 2020, 3:12
Year of Les Bleus put on hold
Fresh from a World Cup Final defeat to South Africa in Japan, Eddie Jones’ men were in far better shape than their Northern Hemi…
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Online Editors
26 Mar 2020, 14:19
The uncomfortable rugby truth exposed by the global pandemic
Rugby has always been inclined to puff out its chest and tell you just how much it’s growing. In a report by Nielsen Sports in 2…
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Owain Jones
26 Mar 2020, 2:25
Andy Goode and Jim Hamilton on THAT Joe Marler incident
The boys discuss all things Joe Marler after some questionable behaviour in England's powerful display against Wales.
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Rugby Pod
23 Mar 2020, 3:00
Six players whose stock rose in the 2020 Six Nations
The conclusion of the 2020 Guinness Six Nations has been left in the air due to the coronavirus outbreak, but a number of players …
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Online Editors
22 Mar 2020, 8:54
The astonishing sacrifice of ambulance-driving Maxime Mbanda in Italy's fight against coronavirus
Instead of representing Italy in the Guinness Six Nations this month, the suspension of rugby has left the back row busy with acti…
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Online Editors
21 Mar 2020, 5:40
'It is very disappointing': Six Nations just took another small step towards a paywall
Negotiations are taking place for the broadcasting rights of the 2022-24 Six Nations tournaments.
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Online Editors
20 Mar 2020, 9:34
Fears recede that Premiership player release row could ruin potential Six Nations restart
There was concern that non-English players who play in the Premiership would not be released to Wales, Scotland and Italy as rearr…
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Online Editors
20 Mar 2020, 7:49
Welsh Rugby Union braced for substantial financial losses
All rugby in Wales has been suspended by the WRU until the end of this month following the coronavirus outbreak.
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Online Editors
18 Mar 2020, 13:34
'Is touching someone in an inappropriate area three times worse than punching someone in the head?'
The former England flanker believes the punishments are ‘out of kilter’.
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Online Editors
18 Mar 2020, 13:19
Scotland's first COVID-19 death was Six Nations fan who travelled from France - reports
The first death due to the coronavirus in Scotland appears to have been a French Six Nations fan who travelled to Murrayfield for …
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Ian Cameron
18 Mar 2020, 7:13
'As a player, he is probably the most professional man I've ever come across in my time'
George North has hailed his “incredible” Wales team-mate Alun Wyn Jones as he closes in on rugby union’s world Test match ap…
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Online Editors
18 Mar 2020, 3:19
Questions raised about timing of Wales' players Caribbean holiday
With much of Europe going into lockdown in reaction to the coronavirus pandemic, flights are being restricted more and more, leavi…
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Josh Raisey
17 Mar 2020, 11:49
Just one Scot makes the ITV Six Nations XV
Scotland followed narrow losses to Ireland and England with wins over Italy and France, but their improvement wasn't reflected in …
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Josh Raisey
17 Mar 2020, 9:43
Coronavirus curtails Scotland's 30th anniversary Grand Slam reunion
Murrayfield bosses were due to host a lunch on Tuesday for coaches Ian McGeechan, Jim Telfer and their players to mark the milesto…
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Online Editors
17 Mar 2020, 7:44
Clive Woodward: The flaw in rugby exposed by coronavirus
With tournaments having indefinitely ground to a halt due to the coronavirus outbreak, there are talks about extending the season …
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Online Editors
17 Mar 2020, 3:53
'We lost the Grand Slam because of the delay' - Former Ireland captain on Six Nations disruption
The current Six Nations has been temporarily abandoned due to the spread of Covid-19 with rescheduled fixtures likely to be played…
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Online Editors
16 Mar 2020, 9:55
Jonny May gives post-surgery update
The Leicester Tigers star was forced from the field after only eight minutes during England’s victory over Wales in the Guinness…
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Josh Raisey
16 Mar 2020, 4:30
Gregor Townsend admits his fears for Scotland summer tour
Gregor Townsend admits Scotland’s summer tour could come under threat from the coronavirus.
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Online Editors
15 Mar 2020, 9:58
The WRU video that was due to honour the late Matthew Watkins at the Wales vs Scotland match
It was last Saturday, the day of Wales’ defeat away to England, that the ex-Test midfielder tragically passed away at the age of…
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Online Editors
14 Mar 2020, 8:59
England the 'most unlikeable team in recent memory' claims former Ireland international
Former Ireland international Alan Quinlan has launched a remarkable attack on Eddie Jones' England team as the Six Nations comes t…
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Ian Cameron
14 Mar 2020, 4:44
Nigel Owens brilliantly simplifies the debate surrounding the Manu Tuilagi red card
The England midfielder was sent off in the closing minutes last weekend for a tackle on Wales’ George North and was subsequently…
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Liam Heagney
14 Mar 2020, 2:43
North staggered by the social media abuse Alun Wyn Jones gets
The Wales captain came under fire on social media after England prop Joe Marler, who was banned for ten weeks, grabbed Jones’ ge…
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Online Editors
14 Mar 2020, 1:08
WRU chairman breaks silence to explain late decision to postpone Wales vs Scotland
The WRU insisted on Friday morning that Saturday’s game in Cardiff would be played before a 74,500-capacity Principality Stadium…
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Online Editors
13 Mar 2020, 12:23
'Utterly shambolic' - Furious online reaction to Six Nations' last minute cancellation
Despite leaving it late, the Guinness Six Nations encounter between Wales and Scotland has eventually been postponed.
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Josh Raisey
13 Mar 2020, 9:53
Six Nations make U-turn in TV rights tendering process
The UK Digital, Culture, Media and Sport committee have been lobbying the Six Nations following a reported £300million TV paywall…
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Online Editors
13 Mar 2020, 8:34
Wales vs Scotland postponed four hours after WRU statement insisted it was going ahead as planned
An updated statement read: "We have decided to fall in line with recent measures taken across the UK and global sports industries.…
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Liam Heagney
13 Mar 2020, 7:17
Harlequins issue statement on length of Marler 'season-ending' ban
The London club’s loosehead was banned by a Six Nations independent disciplinary committee on Thursday until Monday, June 8.
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Online Editors
13 Mar 2020, 5:00
'There was a losing culture. There are blokes that won't say that, but that was the truth
Dan Parks is talking about his great “reincarnation” as a Scotland player, the mortifying and largely self-inflicted collapse …
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Jamie Lyall
13 Mar 2020, 4:01
WRU issues update on Saturday's Wales vs Scotland clash
The other round five matches - Italy vs England in Rome and France vs Ireland in Paris - have both been postponed, but rugby autho…
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Online Editors
13 Mar 2020, 2:49
Joe Marler handed lengthy ban by Six Nations disciplinary committee
The loosehead prop had been the subject of a citing complaint by the independent citing commissioner, Peter Ferguson, following la…
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Online Editors
12 Mar 2020, 11:52
Sick Scotland player does not have coronavirus - Townsend
Scotland coach Gregor Townsend says that the coronavirus is not responsible for the one of the Scottish players withdrawing throug…
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Ian Cameron
12 Mar 2020, 10:35
Guinness PRO14 season suspended due to coronavirus outbreak
Explaining their rationale in a statement issued on Thursday afternoon, tournament organisers said: “The PRO14 is an internation…
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Online Editors
12 Mar 2020, 9:31
Townsend: 'It would be a surprise if the game was called off this late'
England’s trip to Italy and France-Ireland in Paris have been postponed this weekend but Scotland are continuing to prepare to f…
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Online Editors
12 Mar 2020, 9:14
RFU issue statement over Eddie Jones' ref comments
The RFU have released a statement in the aftermath of Eddie Jones' comments regarding referee Ben O'Keeffe following the Six Natio…
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Ian Cameron
12 Mar 2020, 8:17
'Gutted' Sexton opens up about Ireland's coronavirus-hit Six Nations
A number of games have been postponed in this year’s Championship, including Ireland’s fixture with Italy last weekend in Dubl…
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Josh Raisey
12 Mar 2020, 8:09
Wales make four changes to their team to play Scotland
New Welsh coach Wayne Pivac has had a difficult campaign so far, losing to Ireland, France and England following an opening day wi…
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Online Editors
12 Mar 2020, 5:14
Scotland make three changes to their team to play Wales
Having ended France’s Grand Slam hopes with a resounding success last Sunday at BT Murrayfield, Gregor Townsend had responded to…
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Online Editors
12 Mar 2020, 4:53
'We don't want robots... otherwise, you might as well just talk to a computer'
Eddie Jones' 79 per cent win ratio with England is valuable enough to overlook his frequent verbal detonations claims the admiring…
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Online Editors
12 Mar 2020, 1:52
Ex-England player claims Jones' post-match protest against Marler only motivated by Wales losing
Joe Marler's chequered disciplinary record has left him facing a substantial ban on Thursday but an ex-England team-mate insists t…
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Online Editors
12 Mar 2020, 0:54
French prop Haouas handed ban for red-carded punch at Murrayfield
The forward appeared before an independent disciplinary committee in London following his 36th minute sending off at BT Murrayfiel…
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Online Editors
11 Mar 2020, 10:45
Jones should face action over O'Keeffe comments - Andy Goode
Coaches shouldn’t be able to get away with casting aspersions on referees and Eddie Jones should face sanctions for his comments…
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Andy Goode
11 Mar 2020, 9:40
Analysis: How Tom Curry has become England's jack of all trades
Billy Vunipola is an irreplaceable player and Eddie Jones made clear he was looking for an alternative way for England to play wit…
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Rhiannon Garth Jones
11 Mar 2020, 9:36
Wounded Wales on soft error warpath after shipping 84 points and 10 tries in three defeats
The Welsh go into Saturday’s Principality Stadium clash against Scotland on the back of three successive Six Nations defeats, so…
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Online Editors
11 Mar 2020, 7:27
Ex-England captain fears Dublin 'trial by social media' for Joe Marler
There is a clear divide in opinion over the incident and Lewis Moody is concerned the English forward has been condemned on social…
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Josh Raisey
11 Mar 2020, 3:59
'Gregor Townsend is the Ole Gunnar Solskjaer of rugby'
When not pick-pocketing opponents at the breakdown, Scotland forward Hamish Watson spends his time cheering on Manchester United a…
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Online Editors
11 Mar 2020, 3:23
Ex-All Blacks prop calls on Alun Wyn Jones to 'grab his own balls' and support Joe Marler at disciplinary hearing
The England loosehead has been cited for grabbing the genitals of Wales skipper Jones during last Saturday’s Guinness Six Nation…
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Liam Heagney
11 Mar 2020, 2:59
Wales reiterate that Marler antics are 'not what we want in the game'
The England prop courted major controversy after he grabbed Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones’ genitals during the first half of a ga…
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Online Editors
10 Mar 2020, 12:16
'If we win we'll be sitting at the top of the table... it's a really strange scenario'
If Scotland follow up recent victories over Italy and France with a win in Cardiff, Hamish Watson and co will have the honour of s…
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Online Editors
10 Mar 2020, 9:04
Six Nations/PRO14 confirms more matches are off next weekend and beyond
Officials have followed up Monday’s announcement that the France versus Ireland men’s tournament finale has been postponed by …
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Online Editors
10 Mar 2020, 7:00
Danny Care wades into the Joe Marler 'Grabgate' controversy
The England loosehead must appear before a disciplinary hearing in Dublin on Thursday where he could be hit with a twelve-week ban…
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Online Editors
10 Mar 2020, 6:18
'These are the kind of nasty, confrontational blokes Scotland need'
The Scottish pack were at the heart of a rousing afternoon… Jamie Ritchie and Hamish Watson hunted and scavenged like wild dogs,…
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Jamie Lyall
10 Mar 2020, 4:52
Woodward claims England must copy All Blacks' 'no d***heads' policy in wake of Marler incident
The loosehead will appear at a disciplinary hearing in Dublin on Thursday for an alleged infringement of law 9.27, grabbing the ge…
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Online Editors
10 Mar 2020, 4:07
Halloween 'Super Saturday' finale the solution to coronavirus-affected Six Nations
For the first time since 2001, when the foot-and-mouth outbreak also postponed three matches and led to a delayed autumnal climax,…
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Liam Heagney
10 Mar 2020, 3:07
Marler 'nothing more than an egotistical narcissist' - Ex-Wales skipper blasts England prop
A former Welsh skipper has branded England prop Joe Marler as 'nothing more than an egotistical narcissist'.
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Online Editors
09 Mar 2020, 12:52
Culture secretary says there is 'no need to cancel' sporting events despite coronavirus fears
Government ministers in the United Kingdom are meeting with sporting bodies in London to discuss possible next steps.
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Online Editors
09 Mar 2020, 10:17
Date set for Marler and Tuilagi disciplinary hearings
England's Courtney Lawes has also been cited for a dangerous tackle following the 33-30 defeat of Wales.
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Online Editors
09 Mar 2020, 8:14
Six Nations issue update on Wales v Scotland game
The Six Nations have issued an update on the game following the postponement of Saturday's meeting of France and Ireland Paris.
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Ciarán Kennedy
09 Mar 2020, 6:27
Monye fears Marler's England career could be over
Former England wing Monye knows Marler well and believes the prop could retire for a second time from test rugby after the inciden…
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Chris Jones
09 Mar 2020, 5:06
France v Ireland postponed, Wales v Scotland could follow - reports
There are reports that the remaining Six Nations games will now not be played until late October as the number of coronavirus case…
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Ciarán Kennedy
09 Mar 2020, 4:18
After weeks of disruption, Hogg reflects on one of his greatest days with Scotland
The full-back celebrated his first home win as captain as Gregor Townsend’s team stunned France 28-17 at Murrayfield.
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Online Editors
09 Mar 2020, 4:00
Eddie Jones to discuss England future with RFU
The head coach, who is contracted until next summer, plans to meet chief executive Bill Sweeney for dinner.
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Online Editors
08 Mar 2020, 15:14
France Ireland match likely to be canned after Macron cracks down further on public gatherings
Major doubt has been cast on France Ireland as French President Emmanuel Macron announced a ban on gatherings of more than 1,000 p…
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Ian Cameron
08 Mar 2020, 14:39
Joe Marler breaks silence on incident with Alun Wyn Jones
England prop Joe Marler has broken his silence on the Alun Wyn Jones incident in typically irreverent fashion on Twitter.
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Online Editors
08 Mar 2020, 12:52
Six Nations XV of Round 4
The pick of performers in the Six Nations as we select our XV of Round 4 in the competition, with England & Scotland picking up va…
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Alex Shaw
08 Mar 2020, 12:31
Scotland leave France grand slammed after prop's haymaker
Scotland brought France's Grand Slam quest to a shuddering halt as Sean Maitland's try double sealed a 28-17 win at BT Murrayfield…
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Online Editors
08 Mar 2020, 10:42
France player ratings vs Scotland
France player ratings from their 28-17 loss to Scotland at Murrayfield, a result which rules them out from winning a rare Grand Sl…
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Alex Shaw
08 Mar 2020, 10:28
Scotland player ratings vs France
Scotland player ratings: Gregor Townsend made three changes to his Scotland XV to play France in Murrayfield.
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Ian Cameron
08 Mar 2020, 10:26
England face anxious wait on Manu Tuilagi and Joe Marler disciplinary decisions
England will discover by Monday evening the extent of the fallout regarding the red card given to Manu Tuilagi and and footage of …
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Online Editors
08 Mar 2020, 7:00
Stuart Barnes' take on Alun Wyn Jones' hairline raises eyebrows in Wales
An assessment of Welsh skipper Alun Wyn Jones performance in his side's Six Nations defeat to England by Sunday Times columnist St…
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Ian Cameron
08 Mar 2020, 6:48
Scotland vs France LIVE | Guinness Six Nations
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness Six Nations match between Scotland and France at BT Murrayfiel…
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RugbyPass
08 Mar 2020, 6:47
England's Kyle Sinckler: 'I definitely cost the team a Grand Slam'
On that day Sinckler eventually reacted to repeated wind-ups from Jones by conceding two penalties in quick succession.
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Online Editors
08 Mar 2020, 5:47
Gareth Thomas issues Twitter apology over on-air joke
Gareth Thomas has felt the need to apologise to a 'small minority' online who took offence at a joke he made following an incident…
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Ian Cameron
08 Mar 2020, 4:41
Go easy on Wayne Pivac. He's got a massive decision to make
The shy and retiring Eddie Jones made an interesting point in his post-match missives. He laid out a staunch defence of Wayne Piva…
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Owain Jones
08 Mar 2020, 4:13
Weird Six Nations sees England enter era of the 5.5 and the 6-2 split
Over after just four games due to the Coronavirus outbreak, England still have plenty of Six Nations takeaways to consider before …
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Alex Shaw
08 Mar 2020, 1:10
Scotland skipper Stuart Hogg has one 'big message' for his teammates
Hogg hopes his team-mates can cut loose when the Grand Slam hopefuls come to Murrayfield.
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Online Editors
08 Mar 2020, 0:11
It is absolute rubbish - Eddie Jones furious with '16th man' over Manu Tuilagi red
Eddie Jones raged against referee Ben O’Keeffe after Manu Tuilagi was sent off for a dangerous tackle in England’s 33-30 Guinn…
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Online Editors
07 Mar 2020, 13:58
Kruis explains wave as he walked off the pitch and it's not what you think
England lock George Kruis denied he was waving goodbye to Twickenham for the last time after helping defeat Wales 33-30 in what is…
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Chris Jones
07 Mar 2020, 13:30
Joe Marler's 'nut grab' and subsequent Gareth Thomas joke delight nearly everyone... but not this former England 10
Andy Goode has taken fellow rugby pundit Gareth Thomas to task over a joke he made in the aftermath of Joe Marler's nut grab on We…
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Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2020, 12:53
Wales player ratings vs England
Wales player ratings: The conclusion of the 2020 Six Nations tournament might currently be uncertain but the importance of an Engl…
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Rhiannon Garth Jones
07 Mar 2020, 12:13
England player ratings vs Wales
Eddie Jones' side beat Wales 33-30 at Twickenham to clinch the Guinness Six Nations Triple Crown.
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Alex Shaw
07 Mar 2020, 11:15
Tuilagi sees red but Wales can't stop 13-man England bagging Triple Crown
England temporarily signed off a Guinness Six Nations abbreviated by coronavirus by winning the Triple Crown in a 33-30 victory ov…
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Online Editors
07 Mar 2020, 11:10
The internet is reacting to Joe Marler's 'ball and all' Alun Wyn Jones pinch
An incident that saw England prop Joe Marler get intimately acquainted with Alun Wyn Jones didn't go unnoticed as England and Wale…
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Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2020, 9:22
'Gutted' Mako Vunipola: Eddie apologised to me on phone after medical ban
Mako Vunipola today admitted he was gutted to be banned by England’s medical staff from facing Wales at Twickenham.
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Chris Jones
07 Mar 2020, 8:03
England vs Wales LIVE | Guinness Six Nations
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness Six Nations match between England and Wales at Twickenham.
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RugbyPass
07 Mar 2020, 7:40
Wales U20s draw first blood in Six Nations clash with England
England men U20s were defeated 23-22 by Wales in the U20 Six Nations Championship at Gloucester’s Kingsholm Stadium.
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Online Editors
07 Mar 2020, 7:36
Poppy Cleall hat-trick inspires England to thumping Wales win
The Twickenham Stoop hosts made it four wins from as many Women’s Six Nations matches in a dominant 66-7 victory over Wales, put…
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Online Editors
07 Mar 2020, 7:36
Kyle Sinckler has changed - England teammate warns Wales off provoking prop
Courtney Lawes has warned Wales that any attempt to provoke Kyle Sinckler in a repeat of last year’s Cardiff showdown will backf…
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Online Editors
07 Mar 2020, 5:31
'A lot of people were bullied... he was a real Jekyll and Hyde of coaching'
Ex-Scotland international Johnnie Beattie was signed by Fabien Galthie in 2012 and what unfolded under the current France coach at…
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Liam Heagney
07 Mar 2020, 2:43
Courtney Lawes vows to smash club-mate Dan Biggar when England play Wales
Courtney Lawes has warned Northampton team-mate Dan Biggar to expect special attention when England welcome Wales to Twickenham in…
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Online Editors
07 Mar 2020, 1:35
'Surreal' - Tompkins describes prospect of facing former England teammates
England Under-20 World Cup winner Nick Tompkins will run out at Twickenham in the red shirt of Wales on Saturday and admits it is …
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Online Editors
07 Mar 2020, 1:18
England v Wales has a weird feel but hosts need to finish on a high - Andy Goode
There may be a weird backdrop to England v Wales that makes it feel like there’s less than usual riding on it but the home side …
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Andy Goode
06 Mar 2020, 20:36
Scotland-France Womens' game scrapped after player tests positive for coronavirus
Six Nations have postponed tomorrow's Scotland versus France Six Nations women’s match at Scotstoun Stadium, Glasgow after a pla…
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Online Editors
06 Mar 2020, 14:03
Public Health England criticise England's decision to axe Mako Vunipola
The prop was initially named in Eddie Jones’ training squad for Saturday's Twickenham showdown but was withdrawn once RFU medics…
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Online Editors
06 Mar 2020, 9:14
'I am not a medical professional. All I know is he is on the teamsheet and he is going to play'
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones has tried to ease fears fly-half Dan Biggar will not be fit enough to feature against England and ins…
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Online Editors
06 Mar 2020, 8:46
Wales share picture of injury doubt Dan Biggar at captain's run training
It looked as though the fly-half would miss out on this Test when he was forced off the field last weekend against Saracens with a…
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Josh Raisey
06 Mar 2020, 7:26
Pob lwc, Wales... England can scare the living bejesus out any pack showing the merest hint of fragility
The odds favour Eddie Jones’ men, so there will be puffed out chests in West car park before kick-off. As for Welsh support, it …
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Owain Jones
06 Mar 2020, 6:43
Scotland make three changes to their team to play France
Fresh from the round three win over Italy in Rome after opening defeats to Ireland and England, the Scots have opted to rejig thei…
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Online Editors
06 Mar 2020, 5:23
France make two changes to their team to face Scotland
The only side still capable of achieving the Grand Slam in this year’s tournament, the French visit Murrayfield on the back of F…
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Online Editors
06 Mar 2020, 4:38
MPs get stuck into Six Nations over TV rights bidding process
Sky are reported to be interested in securing the rights to the tournament, which is currently shared between the BBC and ITV who …
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Online Editors
06 Mar 2020, 3:33
Neil Back: England will target Biggar and his injured knee
Neil Back spent his England career hunting outside halves and today warned Wales No10 Dan Biggar to expect a torrid examination of…
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Chris Jones
06 Mar 2020, 2:14
'When he played for Wales against New Zealand, Steve Hansen asked who he was because he was so impressed with him'
England have not been beaten at home by Wales in the Six Nations since 2012.
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Online Editors
06 Mar 2020, 1:26
'There are bigger things that are more critical than us playing in a rugby game'
England's George Ford recalls the impact Super Typhoon Hagibis had on last autumn’s World Cup as covid-19’s spread causes chao…
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Online Editors
06 Mar 2020, 1:19
Barclay: The tried and tested game plan we used to beat France and the man Scotland must target
In my time with Scotland, I never felt that worried about playing France at BT Murrayfield. And when they beat us in Paris, I felt…
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John Barclay
05 Mar 2020, 12:11
Marler posts cryptic tweet after Eddie Jones' latest England selection
The coach has continued to push the envelope with his selections, attempting to remould players in different positions and adoptin…
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Josh Raisey
05 Mar 2020, 10:15
Why Wayne Pivac has every confidence in Liam Williams after 20-week layoff
The Scarlets wing has not played since Wales beat World Cup quarter-final opponents France on October 20, suffering an ankle probl…
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Online Editors
05 Mar 2020, 9:12
Two new additions can't thwart Eddie's Six Nations selection masterplan
England have made two changes to their team to face Wales this weekend in the Six Nations from the one that beat Ireland two weeks…
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Josh Raisey
05 Mar 2020, 9:01
Six Nations finally issue statement on status of Italy vs England match
The March 14 match scheduled for Rome has been subject to much speculation and the tournament organisers have given an update.
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Online Editors
05 Mar 2020, 6:34
Eddie Jones still smarting 13 months after loss in Cardiff
A year ago England were powering towards the Grand Slam as they followed up emphatic victories over Ireland and France by building…
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Online Editors
05 Mar 2020, 5:44
Wales make four changes to their team to face England
Beaten by Ireland and France in their most recent outings, the defending champions have changed things up ahead of Saturday's trip…
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Online Editors
05 Mar 2020, 4:10
Six key questions answered about how coronavirus has affected the Six Nations
England’s Guinness Six Nations clash away to Italy on March 14 has been postponed due to the coronavirus, the PA news agency und…
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Online Editors
05 Mar 2020, 4:05
England make two changes to their team to face Wales
The English swept aside Ireland in the round three encounter, but coach Eddie Jones has opted to alter his selection to face the W…
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Online Editors
05 Mar 2020, 2:56
Jonny Wilkinson spotted in England camp this week
England’s game is so heavily built upon kicking, so having a guru to call upon of the likes of the ex-World Rugby player of the …
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Josh Raisey
05 Mar 2020, 2:09
Woodward: Cancel entire Six Nations
Clive Woodward has called for the cancellation of the entire Six Nations amid fears around the spread of the coronavirus.
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Ian Cameron
05 Mar 2020, 1:54
England's Six Nations clash with Italy postponed due to coronavirus
Tournament organisers faced the option of playing the game behind closed doors at the Stadio Olimpico or delaying it until later i…
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Online Editors
05 Mar 2020, 1:29
What Springbok coach Matt Proudfoot has done to England's scrum strategy since arriving
Proudfoot performed the same role for South Africa during their march to World Cup glory that ended with a 32-12 victory in the Yo…
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Online Editors
04 Mar 2020, 14:44
'We know what is coming' - Ross Moriarty says Wales need to take silence the Twickenham crowd early
It was a clear sign of what Wales can expect when they go in search of a first Six Nations win on English soil since 2012 and avoi…
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Online Editors
04 Mar 2020, 14:34
Moriarty: I'm not ashamed of English past life
Ross Moriarty has no doubt that Wales will need to meet England head-on in the physical battle at Twickenham this weekend.
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Online Editors
04 Mar 2020, 13:58
Misery for England fans as Italian government orders all sporting events to take place behind closed doors until April
Italy’s Guinness Six Nations match versus England on March 14 will have to be played behind closed doors at Stadio Olimpico in R…
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Online Editors
04 Mar 2020, 12:08
The confusing Mako Vunipola fallout: RFU accused of overreacting, Saracens under fire for their response
What is clear is that England and Saracens cannot have completely different reactions to these circumstances without raising more …
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Josh Raisey
04 Mar 2020, 10:46
Terrestrial TV isn't the be all and end all for the Six Nations - Andy Goode
There’s been quite the backlash since it was leaked that the Six Nations TV rights could be sold to a satellite broadcaster but …
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Andy Goode
04 Mar 2020, 10:27
SRU unveil raft of anti-coronavirus measures for this weekend's Scotland-France matches
A wide-ranging initiative to protect public health will be implemented at BT Murrayfield, Scotstoun and Netherdale stadiums for th…
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Online Editors
04 Mar 2020, 9:00
Draft Italian government decree suggests plug will be pulled on Italy-England
Six Nations officials declared on Monday that all remaining matches were going ahead as planned except for the already postponed I…
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Online Editors
04 Mar 2020, 8:02
England's Ollie Devoto cited for alleged dangerous tackle on Exeter duty
After featuring off the bench in Chiefs’ Gallagher Premiership defeat last Saturday at Harlequins, he has been asked to account …
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Online Editors
04 Mar 2020, 2:20
Saracens issue statement on Vunipola brothers following return via coronavirus-affected Hong Kong
Loosehead Mako was initially set to link up with Eddie Jones’ England squad on Monday for a training camp, with a view to featur…
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Online Editors
04 Mar 2020, 0:37
Analysis: The twenty minutes of baiting from Alun Wyn Jones that led to Kyle Sinckler's demise
What would transgress in the second half was a huge momentum swing in Wales favour off the back of a targeted period of off-the-ba…
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Ben Smith
03 Mar 2020, 19:01
'If you run into him, he will hit you bl***y hard'
A midfield combination of Owen Farrell, Tuilagi and Henry Slade put the Wallabies to the sword and with the Exeter back now fit ag…
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Online Editors
03 Mar 2020, 14:40
IRFU under fire after Joey Carbery's season-ending setback
The Ireland international was already nursing a wrist injury but is now ruled out until 2020/21 pre-season after dealing with an a…
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Josh Raisey
03 Mar 2020, 11:07
Racing maverick plotting French downfall following Townsend truce
Finn Russell has not featured at all during Scotland's Guinness Six Nations campaign amid a fall-out with his head coach, but they…
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Online Editors
03 Mar 2020, 10:47
Eddie Jones cuts seven players from England's squad to face Wales
The England coach had called up a 34-strong squad on Monday to train ahead of the round four Twickenham encounter but he has now r…
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Online Editors
03 Mar 2020, 10:25
Sam Warburton issues Dan Biggar fitness update
The out-half suffered a knee injury during Northampton’s Gallagher Premiership defeat to Saracens last Saturday and fellow Wales…
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Online Editors
03 Mar 2020, 8:12
Mako Vunipola in self-isolation due to coronavirus fears
The 29-year-old was set to link up with Eddie Jones squad on Monday for a training camp with a view to featuring in Saturday's Gui…
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Online Editors
03 Mar 2020, 7:26
Mako Vunipola ruled out of England's clash with Wales
After recently travelling to Tonga for unspecified personal reasons, the Saracens prop was set to return to the fold after being i…
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Online Editors
03 Mar 2020, 6:23
Wales' Hallam Amos ruled out for Twickenham... and for remainder of season
The full-back sustained an injury in the closing stages of Cardiff's February 23 fixture and he now drops out of the Wales squad a…
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Online Editors
03 Mar 2020, 4:35
Martin Johnson's paywall warning for Six Nations tournament officials
The 2003 World Cup-winning England skipper believes the tournament must remain on free-to-air TV in the UK or suffer a massive dec…
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Online Editors
03 Mar 2020, 2:07
Biggar injury could force Pivac into surprise fly-half selection
Biggar sustained a knee injury while playing for Northampton Saints against Saracens over the weekend.
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Josh Raisey
02 Mar 2020, 9:47
Six Nations confirm fixtures will go ahead despite coronavirus fears
The Six Nations committee met in Paris earlier today to discuss the threat posed by the spread of the coronavirus across Europe.
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Ciarán Kennedy
02 Mar 2020, 8:29
Politicians launch bid to prevent Six Nations going behind paywall
Fans and journalists have staunchly argued against the possibility of the Championship moving behind a paywall in 2022.
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Josh Raisey
02 Mar 2020, 6:47
Farrell includes Leinster sensation in 35-man Ireland squad
Farrell's squad will train this week at the IRFU’s High Performance Centre in preparation for their round five fixture against …
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Ciarán Kennedy
02 Mar 2020, 3:18
Six Nations insider fears sponsor backlash over £300m paywall deal
Six Nations chiefs have been warned they could face a backlash from sponsors if they take the Championship away from terrestrial t…
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Chris Jones
02 Mar 2020, 2:24
Six Nations £300m paywall deal: 'We would not rule anything out'
Six Nations chiefs are distancing themselves from “speculative” claims the tournament will operate behind a paywall under a ne…
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Chris Jones
01 Mar 2020, 9:01
Darcy Graham out of Six Nations as Scotland name 37-man squad
Scotland will be denied the services of wing Darcy Graham for the rest of the Six Nations.
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Bryn Palmer
01 Mar 2020, 6:52
Finn Russell will play no further part in Scotland's Six Nations but crucially a return is on the cards
Exiled fly-half Finn Russell will play no part in the rest of Scotland’s Six Nations campaign but talks have begun over his rein…
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Bryn Palmer
01 Mar 2020, 6:16
Athleticism has finally trumped weight for France
Just over a year ago France fielded the heaviest pack ever seen in international rugby history. It tipped the scales at a staggeri…
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Ian Cameron
01 Mar 2020, 3:36
Analysis: There's so much more to Dan Biggar than negative press
Dan Biggar is a man who knows something about being pigeon-holed: having made his debut for Wales twelve years ago, he has racked …
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Rhiannon Garth Jones
01 Mar 2020, 1:08
'Let's not go there on Mike Phillips!' - Ben Youngs not counting his chickens early
It should be reached by the end of this Guinness Six Nations with two rounds left to play, but the spread of the coronavirus might…
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Online Editors
29 Feb 2020, 16:56
'It is uncharted territory' - Alun Wyn Jones says Wales under pressure to avoid third consecutive Six Nations defeat
Wales have not lost three Six Nations games on the bounce since the 2007 Championship when Gareth Jenkins’ side actually suffere…
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Online Editors
29 Feb 2020, 15:17
Northampton issue update on Dan Biggar's latest injury
The Wales international returned to domestic duties after featuring in the opening three rounds of the Guinness Six Nations but wa…
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Online Editors
29 Feb 2020, 10:54
Another Six Nations headache for Wales as Dan Biggar off injured for Northampton
The out-half was forced off in the first half at Franklin's Gardens with what looked to be a worrying injury ahead of next weekend…
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Online Editors
29 Feb 2020, 10:16
The France Ireland Six Nations game dealt potential death blow
The French government has placed a ban on gatherings of over 5,000 people, casting serious doubt over the France Ireland Six Natio…
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Online Editors
29 Feb 2020, 8:36
Barclay: 'You would never have seen giants like Paul O'Connell or Martin Johnson acting like that'
I want to use this week’s column as a platform to address some embarrassing behaviour that has grown increasingly common during …
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John Barclay
29 Feb 2020, 2:59
Wales have another back three injury worry ahead of trip to Twickenham
Josh Adams has been ruled out of the Six Nations and Wayne Pivac’s other winger George North is undergoing head injury protocols…
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Online Editors
29 Feb 2020, 1:33
Kruis on verge of final Twickenham appearance
George Kruis could be poised to make his final appearance at Twickenham as Jamie George reflects on the “competition winner” w…
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Online Editors
28 Feb 2020, 11:20
Ireland boss Farrell quizzed on fears Coronavirus will claim French game
Andy Farrell insists Ireland are pressing ahead with preparations for their Guinness Six Nations clash with France despite the thr…
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Online Editors
28 Feb 2020, 9:52
School where England trained now self-isolating amid Coronavirus fears - reports
A school where the England Rugby team trained yesterday is now self-isolating amid fears over the coronavirus - according to repor…
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Ian Cameron
28 Feb 2020, 9:05
Six Nations postponement left Johnny Sexton thinking about doing a very rare thing
Having featured in just 16 of his club's 69 league games in the last three seasons, the Ireland captain hasn’t appeared for Lein…
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Online Editors
28 Feb 2020, 6:26
Premiership could be set for Six Nations player release standoff
Tournament chiefs are set to use World Rugby’s gathering in Paris for the second annual player welfare and laws symposium as the…
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Online Editors
28 Feb 2020, 1:40
Wales issue bulletin on George North's health after his latest concussion
The winger was forced off during the early stages of the Six Nations defeat to France in Cardiff last Saturday after suffering a h…
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Online Editors
27 Feb 2020, 9:05
Rees-Zammit's Test selection hopes versus England dealt a blow at Gloucester
With Josh Adams unavailable through injury and doubts about whether the concussed George North will make it back, Wales boss Wayne…
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Online Editors
27 Feb 2020, 5:24
Tonga named as England's fourth November internationals opponent
Tonga has been confirmed as the fourth opponent that England will host at Twickenham Stadium in autumn 2020 for the Quilter Novemb…
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Online Editors
27 Feb 2020, 1:07
Jamie George reveals the psychological warfare England are using on everyone during this year's Six Nations
Jamie George insists England’s aborted World Cup match against France has prepared them to cope with any disruption caused by th…
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Online Editors
26 Feb 2020, 17:04
England fixture with Italy discussed in Parliament amid coronavirus fears
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock has addressed England’s upcoming fixture against Italy in the Six…
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Josh Raisey
26 Feb 2020, 9:54
Six Nations issue update on status of other championship matches following Ireland-Italy postponement
Ireland had men’s, women’s and under-20s fixtures scheduled for the weekend of March 6-8 versus the Azzurri, but the IRFU soug…
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Online Editors
26 Feb 2020, 9:47
Ireland rejig their squad in wake of Italian match postponement
With their March 7 Six Nations match at home to Italy now set to be postponed, Andy Farrell has released two players from the 28-m…
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Online Editors
26 Feb 2020, 8:50
Borthwick: Coronavirus threat to Six Nations 'not a distraction'
Eddie Jones’ side are due to visit Rome on the final day of the tournament on March 14, but that game appears in growing danger …
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Online Editors
26 Feb 2020, 7:30
Neither Irish government nor IRFU want to make call on Coronavirus threatened Italy game
Both the Irish government and the IRFU appear reluctant to make the final call when it comes to cancelling the Ireland Italy game …
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Ian Cameron
26 Feb 2020, 6:08
Fans believe Twickenham is the ideal stage to give Rees-Zammit a Test debut
Johnny McNicholl is likely to be promoted from the bench to face England and Liam Williams is conveniently nearing a return, but c…
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Josh Raisey
26 Feb 2020, 1:43
Two significant omissions as new apprentice called into 25-man England squad
England men's head coach Eddie Jones has recalled 25 players for three days of training in Oxford this week ahead of England’s n…
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Online Editors
26 Feb 2020, 1:15
Analysis: How England exploited the systemic risk in Ireland's defence… again
With Rob Kearney replaced by the younger, more agile, excitement-machine Jordan Larmour, Ireland haven’t changed the system.
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Ben Smith
25 Feb 2020, 21:55
The lack of meaningful games until the next World Cup is hurting the Southern Hemisphere game
Meaningful games? The All Blacks won’t play one between now and the knockout rounds of the next Rugby World Cup.
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Hamish Bidwell
25 Feb 2020, 13:29
IRFU issue statement on COVID19 cancellation threat to Ireland-Italy match
The IRFU have issued a statement following news that the Irish government said it was their position that the Ireland Italy match …
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Ian Cameron
25 Feb 2020, 13:05
Fresh concerns for North's future after his latest concussion
The 27-year-old came off the field in the eleventh minute against France last Saturday after clashing with Gael Fickou in the air,…
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Josh Raisey
25 Feb 2020, 10:03
Fit-again Penaud back in the mix for Grand Slam-chasing France
The Clermont winger was absent from the first three rounds of the Guinness Six Nations championship but he is now in with a shout …
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Online Editors
25 Feb 2020, 9:21
Cian Healy's Six Nations campaign with Ireland is over
The loosehead made way for David Kilcoyne during the first-half at Twickenham and will now miss the March matches at home to Italy…
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Online Editors
25 Feb 2020, 7:54
Josh Adams' Six Nations and possibly his entire season over
The Wales winger will play no further part in his country's championship campaign following an ankle injury sustained in the loss …
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Online Editors
25 Feb 2020, 6:19
Six Nations issues update on status of Italy's coronavirus-threatened game with England
Measures to combat the outbreak in the Lombardy, Emilia-Romagna and Veneto regions have forced Italian rugby authorities to cancel…
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Chris Jones
25 Feb 2020, 5:45
Sexton's ex-Ireland teammate tackles online abuse in wake of loss to England
The trolls got stuck into the Irish skipper's afternoon to forget at Twickenham where his wayward kicking was compounded by an err…
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Josh Raisey
25 Feb 2020, 4:34
Sick Nations... coronavirus sparks fears the tournament faces delayed conclusion
The previous occasion a health scare affected the tournament, Ireland’s 2001 matches away to Scotland and Wales and the home gam…
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Online Editors
25 Feb 2020, 1:30
Mako Vunipola set to miss Wales game but Anthony Watson could return for England
Vunipola is in Tonga for family reasons while Watson is fighting to overcome a calf problem.
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Online Editors
25 Feb 2020, 0:51
'They probably would have felt they could get to a cricket score'
Ireland must quickly regroup after dreams of a Grand Slam were abruptly destroyed by an emphatic 24-12 defeat at Twickenham.
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Online Editors
24 Feb 2020, 18:39
France reach highest world rankings position in six years following victory over Wales
The world rankings take on extra importance this year as teams are drawn into their 2023 World Cup pools in November.
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Alex McLeod
24 Feb 2020, 14:08
Behaviour like Dan Biggar's is making referees leave the sport
Former referee Paul Smith believes rugby has always had a team ethic and culture very much of its own, and that it is now under th…
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Paul Smith
24 Feb 2020, 9:46
Officials in firing line after England's win over Ireland
Some of the officiating during England's Six Nations win over Ireland has come in for heavy criticism.
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Josh Raisey
24 Feb 2020, 8:11
Wales slump to another defeat but perspective needed in analysing start of the Pivac era
It's now two losses on the bounce and a first home defeat for Wales in the Six Nations since 2017, but all hope is not lost.
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Owain Jones
24 Feb 2020, 6:27
Ireland squad set for 'frank discussions' after Twickenham defeat
Ireland’s Triple Crown and Grand Slam dreams were shattered after they were comprehensively outclassed by England.
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Online Editors
24 Feb 2020, 5:41
French flair must still exist in more structured approach, says Edwards
France made it three wins in a row with a pulsating 27-23 victory against reigning champions Wales on Saturday.
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Chris Jones
24 Feb 2020, 4:45
How the world reacted to England's dominant Six Nations victory over Ireland
Media and fans alike have been quick to react to England's storming 24-12 victory over Ireland at Twickenham.
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Online Editors
23 Feb 2020, 18:18
The man who laid the foundation for England's RWC destruction left his fingerprints all over Ireland win
England and their forwards excelled against Ireland under the tutelage of coach Matt Proudfoot. Is the South African's influence a…
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Alex Shaw
23 Feb 2020, 12:46
Triumphalist Eddie Jones can't resist cricket jibe after brushing aside Ireland
Eddie Jones claimed England were so dominant in their 24-12 victory over Ireland that they could have declared at half-time.
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Online Editors
23 Feb 2020, 11:48
George Ford's warning for England's future opponents
George Ford has warned England’s opponents they are creating the best defence in world rugby under the direction of John Mitchel…
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Chris Jones
23 Feb 2020, 11:01
Six Nations XV of the Week - Round 3
The latest Six Nations XV of the week sees a number of French and English players involved, as both nations picked up impressive w…
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Alex Shaw
23 Feb 2020, 10:41
England's crushing victory over Ireland keeps Triple Crown hopes alive
England's claim they were ready to rediscover the form that swept them to last autumn's World Cup final materialised into a crushi…
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Online Editors
23 Feb 2020, 10:27
England player ratings vs Ireland
England player ratings from their 24-12 victory over Ireland, as they breathe fresh life into their Guinness Six Nations title asp…
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Alex Shaw
23 Feb 2020, 9:28
Ireland player ratings vs England
Ireland player ratings: As pointed out this week by Russ Petty on Twitter, the team that leads at half-time nearly always wins thi…
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Ian Cameron
23 Feb 2020, 9:22
Faletau: Wales' Championship 'too far fetched now'
Taulupe Faletau says that a win against England at Twickenham would not define Wales’ Guinness Six Nations campaign.
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Online Editors
23 Feb 2020, 5:49
England vs Ireland LIVE | Guinness Six Nations
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness Six Nations match between England and Ireland at Twickenham.
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RugbyPass
23 Feb 2020, 5:11
'Was it difficult to recover my confidence? A little bit yeah, if I'm honest'
Les Bleus head to Edinburgh in two weeks’ time looking to take another step towards a Guinness Six Nations clean sweep
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Online Editors
23 Feb 2020, 3:51
Coronavirus hits Six Nations: Women's match postponed
Coronavirus has claimed its first Six Nations fixture, with Italy and Scotland Womens' match in Northern Italy now officially post…
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Ian Cameron
23 Feb 2020, 3:05
Dan Biggar has been trending on Twitter
Dan Biggar's antics in Wales' loss to France yesterday in the Principality Stadium have gone down so well with the public at large…
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Ian Cameron
23 Feb 2020, 2:24
The truth about rugby union and CVC's £15 billion private equity play
Speculation – some of it mild, some of it wild – has been swirling around CVC’s motives in the sport of rugby union, what ar…
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Jonathan Beardmore
23 Feb 2020, 1:30
'The Saracens debacle and fallout, you can see it in the performances that it has clearly impacted'
Lewis Moody was knocking around south-west London on Saturday just like old times. There in the shadows of Twickenham, the great T…
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Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2020, 0:34
Eddie Jones on why England's stars haven't fired yet in the Six Nations
Along with several of his team-mates, Itoje has yet to hit full throttle in the 2020 Six Nations but Jones insists he is about to …
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 15:05
'The officials may have got that one wrong' - Pivac unhappy over big decisions which cost Wales
Wayne Pivac felt the big refereeing decisions went against Wales as France claimed a first Six Nations win in Cardiff for 10 years…
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 14:51
Hogg: 'Our attitude was spot on... this is just the beginning'
The skipper gave Gregor Townsend’s under-pressure side the spark they needed after back-to-back defeats when he scored his 20th …
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 11:51
Wales player ratings vs France
Wales player ratings: Unsurprisingly, given the games over the past three years and the media sniping in the build-up, this was a …
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Rhiannon Garth Jones
22 Feb 2020, 11:36
France remain on course for Six Nations Grand Slam after first win in Wales since 2010
Former Welsh defence coach Shaun Edwards, now performing the same role with the French, looked on as his team ran in tries from fu…
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 11:27
France player ratings vs Wales
France player ratings: Les Bleus first away game was always going to be a major litmus test for Fabien Gathie's young side.
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Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2020, 10:57
George North suffers yet another sickening concussion
There had been much focus on player concussion leading into Saturday's match with Welsh out-half Dan Biggar being declared fit to …
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 10:38
'If Ed Sheeran is listening then he's always welcome into camp!'
U2 singer Bono made a motivational visit to the Irish camp at the start of the week and England have since decided which pop star …
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 9:14
Hogg turns around his miserable championship and inspires Scotland to win in Rome
The new skipper suffered costly mistakes in the defeats to Ireland and England, but he went some way to atoning for those blunders…
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 8:43
Scotland player ratings vs Italy
Scotland player ratings: Gregor Townsend's men came into the Wooden Spoon decider knowing a win was a must, not just for team mora…
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Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2020, 8:19
Recap - Wales vs France LIVE | Guinness Six Nations
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness Six Nations match between Wales and France at Principality Sta…
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RugbyPass
22 Feb 2020, 8:15
Ireland U20s thump English counterparts in Franklin Gardens
England men U20s were defeated 39-21 by reigning U20 Six Nations champions Ireland U20s at Northampton's Franklin's Gardens.
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 6:00
The Martin Johnson milestone a bruised Lawes will equal on Sunday
Despite his right eye almost being shut due to extensive bruising sustained during a collision in training on Thursday, the Englan…
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 5:29
Recap - Italy vs Scotland LIVE | Guinness Six Nations
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness Six Nations match between Italy and Scotland at Stadio Olimpic…
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RugbyPass
22 Feb 2020, 5:10
'I wouldn't say they're way bigger than us or way stronger than us'
Johnny Sexton has warned that Ireland may need to surpass their monumental Grand Slam-clinching performance of two years ago to en…
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 4:19
'Some of Eddie's selections do look like they're influenced by his contract situation' - Andy Goode
Eddie Jones has been guilty of picking square pegs in round holes many times before but he has taken things to a new level with hi…
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Andy Goode
22 Feb 2020, 1:53
'I have never lost in Cardiff. It's my 24th cap on Saturday, and I have never lost at home'
Wales try machine Josh Adams admits he is left “a little bit gutted” if he fails to score in games.
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 1:40
Eddie's latest 'hybrid-player' asked to provide multi-role cover for England
Ben Earl has emerged as Eddie Jones’ latest hybrid experiment after being picked as a multi-role replacement for Sunday’s Guin…
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Online Editors
22 Feb 2020, 1:13
'I don't chase headlines... I definitely don't type Wayne Barnes into Google'
An assistant referee for Saturday's Wales versus France game, the veteran match official opens a treasure chest of anecdotes... fr…
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Liam Heagney
22 Feb 2020, 0:47
'I didn't want this to be a talking point. The talking point should be about the rugby'
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones says he hopes “the game and occasion” will provide post-match talking points following the verbal…
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Online Editors
21 Feb 2020, 12:23
'If he was c**p that could be a different story' - Sexton lavishes praise on Farrell Jnr
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton believes Andy and Owen Farrell each possess an admirable ability to set aside their close father-son…
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Online Editors
21 Feb 2020, 11:56
Hogg defends his form: 'Everybody concentrates on the negatives nowadays'
The new Scotland captan has appeared to struggle with the weight of armband, blowing a certain try in Dublin and making another co…
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Online Editors
21 Feb 2020, 9:49
Devin Toner called into the Ireland team to start against England
The Leinster lock was excluded from Joe Schmidt's World Cup squad, but he is now back in favour under Andy Farrell and will start …
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Online Editors
21 Feb 2020, 5:22
Boom or bust for Jones' bold England selection against Ireland in the Six Nations
There is an opportunity for England against Ireland in the Six Nations to re-establish themselves post-RWC, and Jones' unique sele…
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Alex Shaw
21 Feb 2020, 4:38
Use of the 'C' word has ignited an already simmering RWC rivalry
With a French onslaught guaranteed three rounds into the Six Nations, new Wales coach Wayne Pivac needs all his gumption to stick …
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Owain Jones
21 Feb 2020, 3:52
Barclay: 'One minute, people are touting you as one of the best in the world and the next you're dropped for your country's biggest game'
Make no bones about it, for Scotland, this weekend’s trip to Italy is all about winning.
After starting the Six Nations with …
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John Barclay
21 Feb 2020, 3:25
England name team to face Ireland
England men’s head coach Eddie Jones has named his 23-man squad to play Ireland in the third round of the Guinness Six Nations a…
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Online Editors
21 Feb 2020, 3:04
Welshman's 'rude' and 'childish' comments have disrespected the entire 'nation' of France
France coach Fabien Galthie has hit back at Wales prop Wyn Jones’ suggestion that the visiting scrum will “cheat” when the s…
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Online Editors
20 Feb 2020, 12:33
Wales' starting line-up on Saturday contains a record 859 caps
More than half the Welsh side have played at least 50 Tests and skipper Alun Wyn Jones is edging close to 140 for his country.
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Online Editors
20 Feb 2020, 9:51
Eddie Jones apologises after making 'half-Asian' joke in press conference
Eddie Jones was forced to apologise after making a bizarre remark about racism that has invited renewed scrutiny of his England re…
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Online Editors
20 Feb 2020, 8:32
Six Nations charity case? Hold fire and judge Italy in 2023
Italy haven't had the smoothest of journeys in the Guinness Six Nations, though there is growing evidence that they can turn it ar…
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Alex Shaw
20 Feb 2020, 7:38
Italy name their team to face Scotland
Buoyed by their resilience in the 22-35 round two defeat to France in Paris, interim head coach Franco Smith has kept the faith wi…
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Online Editors
20 Feb 2020, 6:59
France make one change to their team to face Wales
Other than one injury-enforced switch, new coach Fabien Galthie has kept faith with the players that recorded successive February …
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Online Editors
20 Feb 2020, 5:04
Wales make two changes to their team to face France
Looking to bounce back from the loss to Ireland in Dublin, new Welsh boss Wayne Pivac has made a couple of alterations for Saturda…
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Online Editors
20 Feb 2020, 4:09
Cowan-Dickie reveals double life as one the best COD players in the world
Luke Cowan-Dickie is plotting a successful family dynasty as a Call of Duty gamer, but first the England hooker has Ireland in his…
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Online Editors
20 Feb 2020, 1:35
'We know what he likes to bring in defence' - Wales hope inside information on Shaun Edwards will be to their advantage
Les Bleus will arrive in Cardiff on the crest of a wave after starting this season’s tournament with victories over England and …
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Online Editors
19 Feb 2020, 18:33
Andy Farrell: Jones was right to sack me
Farrell was dismissed from his position as England defence coach in late 2015 shortly after Jones was appointed following the resi…
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Online Editors
19 Feb 2020, 18:00
The French Enigma - Part 2: Galthie has cool glasses, wears white trainers with suits and already has a media profile
With Les Bleus due in Cardiff next Saturday, their coach has been accused of arrogance but the feeling in his homeland is that at …
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Owain Jones
19 Feb 2020, 9:40
Townsend shuts down talk of Finn Russell at team press conference as feud continues
The Racing 92 star has missed the first two Guinness Six Nations clashes and will not travel to Rome this weekend.
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Online Editors
19 Feb 2020, 9:28
Bono helps Ireland squad understand 'what it means to be Irish'
The Dublin-born U2 frontman delivered an impassioned talk as a special guest at the team hotel.
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Online Editors
19 Feb 2020, 9:05
Eddie Jones issues update on the fitness of his England midfielders
Having lost the services of loosehead Mako Vunipola, the emphasis in the English camp has shifted to centre and whether Manu Tuila…
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Online Editors
19 Feb 2020, 6:16
Ireland name team to face England
Fresh from defeating Scotland and Wales in Dublin, new boss Andy Farrell is heading to London with his team gunning for a Triple C…
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Online Editors
19 Feb 2020, 5:19
Scotland name team with three changes to face Italy
Beaten by England last time out during Storm Ciara, Gregor Townsend has made some changes to his XV - two in the pack and one in m…
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Online Editors
19 Feb 2020, 5:02
'I get revved up as soon as I know the team. After it's announced I'm buzzing'
Ludlam came from nowhere to secure a place at the World Cup in Japan and remains a central figure in Eddie Jones’ back-row plans…
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Online Editors
19 Feb 2020, 4:58
Growing campaign for Genge to start in place of the absent Vunipola
Eddie Jones will be in quandary as to who he will replace the Saracens loosehead with given the events of the Guinness Six Nations…
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Josh Raisey
19 Feb 2020, 2:59
Wales claim French scrum will 'cheat' and accuse Ireland's Furlong of getting away with it in round two
The Welsh haven't held back in their set-piece assessment of next Saturday's visitors to Cardiff after their front row ran into tr…
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Online Editors
19 Feb 2020, 0:56
The French Enigma - Part 1: Real deal or another false dawn after near-decade of malaise?
With Les Bleus set to face Wales next Saturday in Cardiff, RugbyPass has gathered expert opinion for a two-part series on whether …
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Owain Jones
18 Feb 2020, 12:05
Brian O'Driscoll accuses Eddie Jones of 'scaremongering'
The ex-Ireland skipper referenced the England coach's barb at Johnny Sexton’s parents four years ago as an example of the Austra…
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Online Editors
18 Feb 2020, 8:34
Analysis: The evolution of George Ford
George Ford has always been a triple threat flyhalf, capable of splitting defences with his kicking, passing, or running game. But…
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Rhiannon Garth Jones
18 Feb 2020, 7:04
Wales call up just one extra player to their squad to face France
Despite rumours that Rhys Priestland was in line for a call-up, Wayne Pivac has made a different alteration to his squad to face F…
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Online Editors
18 Feb 2020, 4:50
Mako Vunipola misses England's match against Ireland as the prop flies back to Tonga for 'family reasons'
Bath's Beno Obano has been called into Eddie Jones' 33-man squad for round three fixture versus the Irish at Twickenham.
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Online Editors
18 Feb 2020, 4:10
Clive Woodward calls on the SRU to take drastic action against Finn Russell
England's 2003 World Cup-winning coach has in no uncertain terms sided with Gregor Townsend in his stand-off with Scotland's missi…
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Online Editors
17 Feb 2020, 9:47
Ireland name 36-strong squad to prepare for England
There is just one change from the 37-man squad Andy Farrell used to prepare for the Guinness Six Nations round two win over Wales.…
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Online Editors
17 Feb 2020, 7:12
'Spectacular' TV numbers recorded in France on the back of Galthie's revival
The sudden level of increased interest in the team is seen as a vitally important development with the French set to host the 2023…
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Online Editors
17 Feb 2020, 4:35
Callum Sheedy has had his say on speculation that he will be called up by Wayne Pivac's Wales
Dan Biggar is recovering from his third concussion this season following the defeat to Ireland and Jarrod Evans is currently the o…
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Liam Heagney
17 Feb 2020, 2:17
'We remember two years ago' - Ford says England will tap into anguish of 2018 defeat ahead of Ireland clash
Two years ago the St Patrick’s Day festivities were ignited by a 24-15 victory that completed only the third clean sweep in Iris…
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Online Editors
16 Feb 2020, 17:36
Wales could be about to abandon 60-cap rule - reports
Wales could be forced to abandon their 60 cap selection rules due to the ongoing injury crisis at flyhalf.
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Ian Cameron
16 Feb 2020, 10:36
Barclay: I can't help but respect Finn's decision
Sadly, after the events of last week, I struggle to see a way back into the Scotland squad for Finn Russell while Gregor Townsend …
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John Barclay
16 Feb 2020, 2:12
'We did it in 2013 after losing our first game at home' - Leigh Halfpenny confident Wales can still win Six Nations
Leigh Halfpenny insists history can repeat itself and Wales can win the Guinness Six Nations title despite losing to Ireland.
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Online Editors
15 Feb 2020, 18:50
'The wing started tipping right over and Rhys Webb was shouting... the landing was a bit hairy'
Beaten 24-14 last Saturday, Hadleigh Parkes and the Welsh team were caught up in Storm Ciara when they tried to travel home on Sun…
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Online Editors
15 Feb 2020, 7:18
Ellis Genge's TV antics get the support of referee Nigel Owens
Plaudits for the prop's performance in England's win over Scotland were followed by criticism for a post-match TV interview where …
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Online Editors
15 Feb 2020, 2:29
Insider knowledge of Edwards' system could play to Wales' advantage says scrumhalf
Gareth Davies is planning to give Shaun Edwards a taste of his own medicine when the former Wales defence coach returns to Cardiff…
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Online Editors
14 Feb 2020, 5:59
Cohort of Ireland players return to Leinster starting XV
After a mini-break Leinster return to action for the first time in four weekends and Cullen has called upon a mixture of youth and…
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Online Editors
14 Feb 2020, 5:02
France and the evolution of the modern fly-half - and the rebirth of a prototype
Historically, France has had a love-meh relationship with its 10s - think Jules Plisson, David Skrela, Francois Trinh-Duc, Remi Ta…
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James Harrington
14 Feb 2020, 2:27
Analysis: Justifying the hype - Andrew Conway
In Round 2 of the Six Nations, without wishing to fall into exactly that trap of overhyping, Andrew Conway had pretty much a perfe…
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Rhiannon Garth Jones
13 Feb 2020, 12:29
'England are arrogant' - but ex-Ireland backrow fears men in white
A former Irish international has branded England 'arrogant', but suggests that is why they will beat Ireland when the sides meet i…
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Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2020, 12:06
Wales release 7 players back to regions
Wales have released seven players back to their respective regions for action this weekend in the Guinness PRO14.
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Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2020, 7:46
No Welsh fears despite last Saturday being Dan Biggar's third head injury this season
The out-half is currently going through concussion protocols after clashing heads with Ireland centre Robbie Henshaw during the 24…
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Online Editors
13 Feb 2020, 7:15
Anthony Watson now a doubt for entire Six Nations
Anthony Watson’s participation in the remainder of England’s Guinness Six Nations campaign is uncertain after he was ruled out…
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Online Editors
13 Feb 2020, 7:11
Jones issues mixed update on availability of Tuilagi and Watson for Ireland clash
England are in training ahead of their February 23 home game with the unbeaten Irish and their coach has given the latest on his s…
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Online Editors
13 Feb 2020, 6:56
Slade's inclusion leaves fans hopeful of an England midfield revival
The Exeter midfielder is in the 25-man Test squad for rehabilitation alongside partner Manu Tuilagi ahead of Ireland’s visit to …
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Josh Raisey
13 Feb 2020, 3:48
Analysis: Why Adam Hastings has proved Scotland will be fine without Finn Russell
After two key clashes, Hastings has handled the promotion remarkably well. His direction at 10 was brilliant in Dublin and his com…
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Ben Smith
12 Feb 2020, 17:00
Farrell v Farrell: Comparing father and son ahead of Six Nations clash
Owen Farrell will captain England against an Ireland side coached by dad Andy.
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Online Editors
12 Feb 2020, 11:47
Last thing Eddie Jones needed was Dombrandt winning an award on same day he was ignored by England
Fans have criticised the England boss after a 25-man training squad ahead of the contest against Ireland listed a back row devoid …
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Josh Raisey
12 Feb 2020, 9:19
Signs not looking good for Manu Tuilagi
Manu Tuilagi will also be involved alongside a 25-man squad named by Eddie Jones.
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Online Editors
12 Feb 2020, 6:33
One addition, one rested as England name 25-man training squad for London week
Manu Tuilagi and Henry Slade will partake in England's training camp in central London this week, but lock Courtney Lawes will be …
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Ian Cameron
12 Feb 2020, 3:16
Three of France's heaviest hitters set to return for Wales
Three of France's most potent attacking threats are set to return for their side's Guinness Six Nations clash with Wales.
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Ian Cameron
12 Feb 2020, 2:42
It is Europe where Six Nations should be looking for growth... not South Africa
Rumours are rife that the Six Nations is close to securing the addition of the Springboks to the tournament, but it is to Europe t…
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Alex Shaw
11 Feb 2020, 12:19
Analysis: Wales mixing the old with the new and borrowing Eddie Jones' attacking system from England
Whilst a controversial statement and possibly coincidental, Wales’ new attack shape is similar to Japan's and England's under Jo…
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Conor Wilson
11 Feb 2020, 11:12
Henson wades into Russell row with stinging rebuke for senior player groups
The Racing 92 player has been the centre of attention after going home from the Scotland training camp ahead of the Six Nations...…
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Josh Raisey
11 Feb 2020, 8:13
Wales' title defence further dented by extent of Williams' injury
The Gloucester player pulled up lame during the warm-up at Aviva Stadium last Saturday and was replaced on the bench by Jarrod Eva…
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Online Editors
11 Feb 2020, 7:39
IRELAND MID-TERM REPORT: Captain Sexton, Stander and Ryan lead the way but room for improvement at Twickenham
With Scotland and Wales both beaten in Dublin to set up a Triple Crown visit to England, RugbyPass grades all 25 players used so f…
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Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2020, 3:44
The glaringly obvious problem in Scotland's game plan that has to stop
In both of these losses, there are similar skeletons buried in the grave, and if you rewind to last year’s tournament you will f…
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Ben Smith
10 Feb 2020, 16:09
RPA warns of a mass player revolt over Seven Nations plot
The chief executive of the Rugby Players Association, which looks after England’s leading players, has warned against expanding …
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Chris Jones
10 Feb 2020, 10:05
Hartley says weekend's events threaten to 'end rugby as you know it'
The former England captain has has his say on a number of incidents that sparked controversy as England beat Scotland on Saturday.…
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Josh Raisey
10 Feb 2020, 9:32
Townsend issues explosive response to Finn Russell interview
Russell remains absent from the Scotland squad following an alleged drinking session the week before the opening round of Six Nati…
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Ciarán Kennedy
10 Feb 2020, 8:35
Form is temporary, class is permanent: What Ireland's first two games tell us about the debate
In terms of team selection, new head coach Andy Farrell has opted for a mix of form and class for Ireland's opening two Six Nation…
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Rhiannon Garth Jones
10 Feb 2020, 7:45
More doubts have been thrown on Springboks joining Six Nations
Reports on Saturday claimed that negotiations have taken place that will lead to the Springboks joining a new Six Nations champion…
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Online Editors
10 Feb 2020, 6:12
'I just want him back': Maitland weighs in on Russell v Townsend feud
The stand-off has cast Russell's international future into serious doubt after revealing a worrying breakdown in relations with hi…
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Online Editors
10 Feb 2020, 5:45
Andy Farrell releases 13 players from Ireland squad for Pro14 duty
Farrell will bring a reduced squad of just 23 players to a two day mini training camp in Cork this week.
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Ciarán Kennedy
10 Feb 2020, 4:24
A familiar problem continues to plague the French
France raced to an early lead against Italy, and dominated the opening 20 minutes of the match with tries from Teddy Thomas and Ch…
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Josh Raisey
10 Feb 2020, 3:45
'When any team puts 50 on you, there's a wee element of surprise there'
Ireland travel to Twickenham buoyed by successive Six Nations wins.
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Online Editors
10 Feb 2020, 3:22
Pivac shields North from blame after latest low-key performance
Wales’ defeat in Dublin was their first Six Nations loss since Ireland beat them two years ago.
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Online Editors
10 Feb 2020, 2:09
'We need them': All Blacks head coach Ian Foster's plea to keep South Africa in Rugby Championship
New All Blacks boss Ian Foster has stressed the importance of keeping South Africa in the Rugby Championship.
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Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 17:56
Fans are waking up with a realisation that France may have the world's best at scrumhalf
The scrumhalf showed Faf De Klerk-like defence by obliterating Willie Heinz from the base of the scrum against England, while his …
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Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 15:42
Eddie Jones warns against Six Nations expansion
Eddie Jones has cautioned the Six Nations against expanding the competition after revelling in a wrestle between England and Scotl…
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Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 13:59
Genge admits strained relationship with Eddie Jones made him a better player
Murrayfield match winner Ellis Genge admits he has exchanged sharp words with Eddie Jones after taking exception to criticism from…
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Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 13:59
Six Nations XV of the Week - Round 2
RugbyPass' Six Nations XV of the Week for Round 2 of the tournament, as Ireland and France moved into commanding positions atop th…
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Alex Shaw
09 Feb 2020, 9:47
Romain Ntamack seals bonus-point victory for France over Italy
Romain Ntamack raced in the bonus-point score in Paris to seal five-try France a patchy 35-22 victory over Italy.
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Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 9:45
France player ratings vs Italy
France player ratings: France were on a hiding to nothing in this match against a heavily unfancied if developing Italian outfit i…
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Ian Cameron
09 Feb 2020, 9:09
'Murrayfield never disappoints! The bus ride is always entertaining, especially when you get off'
Ben Youngs insists England’s Guinness Six Nations-rescuing victory over Scotland is all the more satisfying knowing they had ent…
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Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 6:21
'Have I done enough to keep the jersey? I hope so'
Adam Hastings has pleaded with Scotland coach Gregor Townsend to give him one more chance to show he can fill Finn Russell’s boo…
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Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 6:05
Recap: France vs Italy LIVE | Guinness Six Nations
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness Six Nations match between France and Italy at Stade de France.…
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RugbyPass
09 Feb 2020, 4:23
Farrell's winning Ireland have scripted Triple Crown plot that not even Hollywood would think of
The new Irish boss must now plot the downfall of an opposition skippered by his own son Owen after a liberating Sexton-led show of…
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Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2020, 3:49
Finn Russell breaks silence on Townsend row as Scotland feud deepens
The Racing 92 playmaker said “there’s no relationship” between him and Gregor Townsend.
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Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 3:37
SRU respond to alleged bottle throwing incident that saw England staffer hit in head
Eddie Jones has criticised the hostile reception England received on arrival at Murrayfield after a member of his backroom staff w…
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Online Editors
09 Feb 2020, 1:53
'Kick Italy out and bring in Georgia, that is just rubbish chat... very short-sighted'
Jake Polledri was 19 years old when there was last a W placed alongside the Italians on the championship table... five years and 2…
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Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2020, 1:02
New England 2023 core begins to show itself in the Edinburgh deluge
The 13-6 win for England over Scotland in the Guinness Six Nations on Saturday was an insightful indicator of the core of this new…
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Alex Shaw
09 Feb 2020, 0:47
Ellis Genge hits back at 'sausages' in media after Murrayfield victory
Match winner Ellis Genge hit out at the critics and head coach Eddie Jones took a swipe at the Murrayfield crowd following England…
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Online Editors
08 Feb 2020, 13:24
'He's an inch or two away from making a brilliant decision' - Townsend defends Hogg after goal line fumble costs Scotland for the second week running
A second horror goal line moment from Scotland fullback Stuart Hogg gave England the crucial possession to break a 3-all deadlock …
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Online Editors
08 Feb 2020, 12:58
Eddie Jones bags Scottish crowd in post-match BBC interview
England head coach Eddie Jones couldn't resist a parting shot at the Scottish crowd, describing the thousands in attendance as lac…
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Ian Cameron
08 Feb 2020, 12:40
England battle past Scotland and Storm Ciara
Swirling wind and driving rain turned the round two contest into a lottery as points became a precious commodity that were fought …
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Online Editors
08 Feb 2020, 11:45
Two from two under Farrell, Sexton tackles 'culture of fear' allegations about life under Schmidt
There was some damning ‘culture of fear’ commentary in the build-up to round two, allegations that suggested life under the Ki…
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Liam Heagney
08 Feb 2020, 11:10
England player ratings vs Scotland
England player ratings from their 13-6 win over Scotland, as torrential conditions at Murrayfield made it a slog for the Calcutta …
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Alex Shaw
08 Feb 2020, 10:40
Scotland player ratings vs England
Scotland player ratings vs England: Dreadful conditions killed this game as a spectacle and it was a hard day to be judged, but ye…
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Ian Cameron
08 Feb 2020, 10:23
Stockdale: Ireland physicality taken to 'next level'
Wing Jacob Stockdale felt Ireland took their physicality to a new level in their 24-14 bonus-point win over Wales in the Guinness …
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Online Editors
08 Feb 2020, 9:42
Ireland player ratings vs Wales
Andy Farrell’s Irish now stand two from two against the Celts, just like Joe Schmidt's class of 2014 when he first got his teeth…
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Liam Heagney
08 Feb 2020, 9:37
From nowhere to viral sensation... the incredible rise of France's Anthony Bouthier
You wouldn’t have found much if you googled the rookie prior to last Sunday's win over England... but one extraordinary kick now…
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Rhiannon Garth Jones
08 Feb 2020, 9:15
Four-try Ireland end Pivac's short Wales honeymoon
Ireland fullback Jordan Larmour has scored a fine solo try as they claimed a deserved 24-14 bonus-point victory over defending cha…
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Online Editors
08 Feb 2020, 8:31
Wales player ratings vs Ireland
Wales player ratings vs Ireland: Wayne Pivac described this game as the toughest of his coaching career and it was certainly much …
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Rhiannon Garth Jones
08 Feb 2020, 8:21
Tadhg Furlong's bullocking dart for the line delights the internet
Ireland tighthead Tadhg Furlong is a certified Guinness Six Nations favourite and he's first try against Wales delighted the inter…
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Ian Cameron
08 Feb 2020, 7:12
Brian Moore: Majority of TV audience 'know very little about rugby'
Brian Moore has launched a rousing defence of his commentating style after copping flak from trolls on Twitter.
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Ian Cameron
08 Feb 2020, 5:51
Recap: Scotland vs England LIVE | Guinness Six Nations
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness Six Nations match between Scotland and England at BT Murrayfie…
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RugbyPass
08 Feb 2020, 4:45
Recap: Ireland vs Wales LIVE | Guinness Six Nations
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness Six Nations match between Ireland and Wales at Aviva Stadium.…
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RugbyPass
08 Feb 2020, 3:39
Preview: End of the Schmidt, Gatland rivalry has made for a very different Ireland-Wales build-up
The lead-in to Saturday’s showdown has contrastingly been all sweetness and light after too many years of tetchiness and rancour…
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Liam Heagney
08 Feb 2020, 1:39
Biggar urges Wales to make life uncomfortable for Ireland fly-half Sexton
Ireland and Wales won their opening Six Nations fixture ahead of their clash in Dublin.
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Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 22:12
South Africa in secret talks to exit Rugby Championship and join Six Nations - reports
South Africa are set to leave the Rugby Championship and form a seven-team Six Nations after the next World Cup, according to repo…
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Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 17:01
Forget talks of war, this seismic Calcutta Cup battle doesn't need hyping
Last Friday, Eddie Jones spoke about the visceral bludgeoning England would visit upon a callow France, the “absolute brutality…
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Jamie Lyall
07 Feb 2020, 10:55
All teams, refs and kick-off times for this weekend's Six Nations matches
All teams, refs and kick-off times for this weekend's Six Nations matches.
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Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 9:59
Fogarty hoping impending Storm Ciara won't ruin Ireland Wales game
Andy Farrell’s team laboured to a 19-12 win over Scotland in their Six Nations opener.
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Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 9:12
Why England are in dire need of greater competition at scrum-half
Having an edge to selection is often the bedrock upon which great teams are formed, but Eddie Jones has lost out in that departmen…
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Josh Raisey
07 Feb 2020, 8:43
Italy name team to face France
New Azzurri boss Franco Smith has opted not to make wholesale changes following last weekend 42-0 beating at Wales.
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Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 7:35
England prop Joe Marler shows his class in changing room encounter with opposition prop
England prop Joe Marler has showed a touch of class in an exchange with his French adversary in Paris last weekend.
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Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2020, 7:04
Hogg won't drop the ball over England mind games
Stuart Hogg refused to get embroiled in a war of words with England as the Scotland skipper insisted he is not interested in Eddie…
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Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 6:31
'Hate is for terrorists. Not rugby players'
Former Scotland captain Peter Brown, elder brother of fellow international Gordon, has tried to defuse what he believes is needles…
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Chris Jones
07 Feb 2020, 5:45
France name team to play Italy
The French opened their Guinness Six Nations campaign with a win over England, but they have been forced into making one change to…
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Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 5:21
'It was a big bulls*** that could have cost us dearly'
Antoine Dupont played a blinder last Sunday, but the perfectionist is ruing his last-minute time-keeping error that helped give En…
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Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 2:28
Tompkins' promotion from the bench is proving popular
After the 42-0 victory over Italy last weekend, the main question was what Wayne Pivac would do with George North, Johnny McNichol…
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Josh Raisey
07 Feb 2020, 1:35
Sexton: Alun Wyn Jones puts 'pressure on the refs'
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton believes Wales counterpart Alun Wyn Jones “is a great example” of a player who is able to put pr…
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Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 1:23
Eddie Jones plays down fan abuse incident
England head coach Eddie Jones reflected on the time he was targeted by fans after his side’s Six Nations defeat to Scotland two…
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Online Editors
07 Feb 2020, 0:53
Townsend to 'reassess' Russell's Scotland future after England match
The out-half was stood down from action last weekend after breaching team rules with a late-night drinking session in the build-up…
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Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 10:33
Sexton on the 'biggest problem' for Conor Murray
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton insists “marked man” Conor Murray is doing enough to justify his starting role for the Guinness …
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Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 10:03
The Alun Wyn Jones mistake that has led to Nick Tompkins getting a Welsh nickname
The Saracens midfielder has only been in the Wales camp a short time and his inclusion left his skipper confused at the recent Six…
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Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 9:55
England fans decide whether Eddie Jones has addressed the issues flagged in France
After a humbling loss in Paris, there were vocal demands all week for changes and the coach has responded by making five to the st…
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Josh Raisey
06 Feb 2020, 7:48
Eddie Jones' England selection no nearer to addressing wider issues with squad
Eddie Jones and England have made a number of changes to counter the threat of Scotland in the Six Nations, though are they just p…
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Alex Shaw
06 Feb 2020, 4:51
Just one change as Scotland name team to face England
Number 8 Magnus Bradbury is the only change Scotland’s starting line-up for this Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations Test against …
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Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 4:35
Wales name team to face Ireland
Fresh from a huge win over Italy in Cardiff, Wayne Pivac has decided to make only one change to his starting XV for Saturday's tri…
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Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 4:10
Jones ramps up verbal attacks on Scotland with comments about their tactics
Eddie Jones has continued his war of words with Scotland claiming Gregor Townsend’s side are one of the “biggest kicking teams…
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Chris Jones
06 Feb 2020, 3:49
England name team to face Scotland
Facing a round two trip to Scotland on Saturday with their Guinness Six Nations title hopes now on the line after their round one …
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Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 2:43
'We're coming for them' - Ludlam fired up for war against Scotland
Eddie Jones’ squad head to Murrayfield on Saturday with the aim of propelling themselves back into title contention after fallin…
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Online Editors
06 Feb 2020, 0:59
'Finn is a great player but I have full belief in everyone in the team'
The 23-year-old made his Scotland debut during the corresponding fixture in 2018. The key to opening up the Auld Enemy’s defence…
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Online Editors
05 Feb 2020, 12:53
Watson injury opens door for uncapped 23-year-old sensation
Following confirmation that Anthony Watson won't be travelling to Edinburgh due to injury, there has been a show of online support…
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Josh Raisey
05 Feb 2020, 12:00
Jones cuts his England squad to 25 ahead of trip to Scotland
It has been a short turnaround for the English boss since last Sunday's opening round loss in Paris and he has chosen who he is ta…
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Online Editors
05 Feb 2020, 10:43
John Barclay: What I texted Hoggy after the game and that drop
Desperately fine margins are the difference between joy and despair in Test-match rugby. Nowhere was that more evident than in Dub…
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John Barclay
05 Feb 2020, 9:42
Uncapped duo added to Wales squad
Fresh from the opening round win over Italy, Wayne Pivac has officially added two rookie forwards to his Six Nations squad after t…
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Online Editors
05 Feb 2020, 7:25
Eddie Jones' verbal warfare not lost on at least one member of enemy camp
Scotland prop Allan Dell expects Eddie Jones to pick his words more wisely ahead of Saturday’s Calcutta Cup duel after seeing th…
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Online Editors
05 Feb 2020, 7:25
France absentee Anthony Watson to miss Scotland game too
England wing Anthony Watson will miss Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations clash with Scotland because of a calf injury.
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Online Editors
05 Feb 2020, 6:40
Steve Diamond gives wonderfully blunt assessment of England's 'Curry at 8' experiment
Eddie Jones' decision to go with Tom Curry as his No8 in Paris came in for much criticism... now Curry's club coach, Sale's Steve …
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Chris Jones
05 Feb 2020, 5:54
Henderson comments hint at a culture of 'fear' during Schmidt reign
Ireland lock Iain Henderson has praised Andy Farrell for creating an open forum for tactical discussions after suggesting some pla…
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Online Editors
05 Feb 2020, 2:33
Guinness Six Nations: Team by team expectations after Rd1
The Guinness Six Nations is one of the most fiercely competitive tournaments in sport. Despite being annual, no team has ever won …
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Rhiannon Garth Jones
05 Feb 2020, 2:09
The Curry at No8 debate rages on
Whenever a player is played out of position, they are often the first one to be blamed when the result goes badly... this is the t…
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Josh Raisey
05 Feb 2020, 1:40
Why fans fear Andy Farrell's Irish evolution is moving too slowly
The Englishman is supposed to be moving Ireland on from the Joe Schmidt era but supporters fear his XV for Wales is too similar to…
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Josh Raisey
04 Feb 2020, 9:31
Two days after his 'brutal physicality' remark backfired, Eddie Jones is at it again
Despite being made a laughing stock for remarks about France that came back to haunt him, the England boss has been at it again ah…
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Online Editors
04 Feb 2020, 7:03
Latest update on Liam Williams' injury comeback is a worry
The potent Saracens back hasn't played since getting injured for Wales at the World Cup and his country has just given on insight …
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Online Editors
04 Feb 2020, 6:38
Ireland name team to face Wales
Despite the unconvincing nature of the opening win of his tenure versus Scotland, Andy Farrell has kept his changes to a minimum f…
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Online Editors
04 Feb 2020, 6:11
England centre Tuilagi OUT of Scotland clash
The Leicester Tigers midfielder limped off in the early stages of last Sunday's defeat at the Stade de France and will now miss th…
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Online Editors
04 Feb 2020, 5:52
Haskell: Jones right to select Curry at No8
The England coach has faced a backlash for switching the blindside to cover for the injured Billy Vunipola in the Six Nations defe…
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Chris Jones
04 Feb 2020, 4:38
The sole positive from England's loss to France
Eddie Jones' side were well beaten in Paris but despite being 24 points down with 20 minutes remaining, they still managed to do s…
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Josh Raisey
04 Feb 2020, 4:06
Fears are growing that the Finn Russell issue runs far deeper than first thought
It was hoped the Scotland star's omission from the Test squad might last just one game, but he hasn't been included for Six Nation…
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Josh Raisey
04 Feb 2020, 2:56
Toothless England look a shadow of former selves
The 24-17 loss for England away to France in the Six Nations highlighted plenty of issues, few of which are likely to be fixed in …
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Alex Shaw
03 Feb 2020, 9:48
Scotland find another new way to lose, but the future looks bright
While Saturday's defeat to Ireland may feel like a missed opportunity, it could be the starting point for a heartening Six Nations…
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Jamie Lyall
03 Feb 2020, 8:26
The reason why everyone thinks France are ready to challenge for the Six Nations
In a match where England had significantly more possession, territory and carries, they found it almost impossible to penetrate th…
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Josh Raisey
03 Feb 2020, 6:57
Russell stand-off continues as Scotland name squad for England clash
Russell was sensationally left out of the squad for last Saturday's defeat to Ireland in Dublin following a breach of team protoco…
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Ciarán Kennedy
03 Feb 2020, 5:26
Why Wales fans should be confident as they chase first win in Dublin since 2012
In the post-match wrap-up of Saturday's win against Italy, the Welsh management felt the positives outweighed the negatives.
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Owain Jones
03 Feb 2020, 3:49
Eddie got selection badly wrong and needs to hold his hands up - Andy Goode
England’s Six Nations campaign got off to a miserable start in Paris and Eddie Jones has to take responsibility because of his t…
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Andy Goode
03 Feb 2020, 2:26
Ringrose ruled out while Furlong also a doubt for Ireland
Andy Farrell will have to plan without the Leinster centre for the Six Nations games with Wales and England.
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Ciarán Kennedy
03 Feb 2020, 2:18
Tuilagi's Six Nations in doubt as troublesome groin problem strikes again
Tuilagi limped off 16 minutes into a one-sided showdown in the Paris, robbing Eddie Jones’ men of their most destructive carrier…
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Ciarán Kennedy
03 Feb 2020, 2:01
Gregory Alldritt says France used Eddie Jones' pre-match words as motivation
Eddie Jones caused controversy in French rugby circles via his pre-match comments, and they duly backfired.
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 15:12
Wayne Pivac braced for 'massive step up' ahead of Ireland clash
New Wales boss Wayne Pivac is braced for “a massive step up” in next Saturday’s Six Nations showdown against Ireland followi…
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 14:41
England's 5 worst performances under Eddie Jones
England were soundly beaten in their Guinness Six Nations opener against France on Sunday.
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 12:31
Jones: 'Why would a result like this change the 23 for the next game?'
Eddie Jones denied England’s sluggish first-half performance in their 24-17 loss against France was the consequence of a World C…
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 11:23
Six Nations XV of the Week - Round 1
We have picked out our standout XV from the opening weekend of the 2020 Guinness Six Nations, with Ireland and Wales featuring pro…
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Alex Shaw
02 Feb 2020, 10:45
May masterclass in vain as England battered in France
Jonny May’s solo masterclass saved England from humiliation in Paris as one of the worst performances of the Eddie Jones era end…
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 9:31
France player ratings vs England
France player ratings: Galthie's team of athletic, young Frenchman might have been light in experience but they made up for it wit…
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Ian Cameron
02 Feb 2020, 9:02
England player ratings vs France
Player ratings for all 23 of England's contingent in their 24-17 loss to France in Paris on Sunday afternoon, as Fabien Galthie's …
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Alex Shaw
02 Feb 2020, 8:56
Manu Tuilagi injury theory circulating after centre lasts just 15 minutes
Many questioning whether or not Manu Tuilagi was carrying an injury coming into England's opening Guinness Six Nations match again…
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Ian Cameron
02 Feb 2020, 8:10
The Friday night phonecall between Adam Hastings and exiled star Finn Russell
The Glasgow playmaker came in for the defeat to Ireland because of the absence of talisman Finn Russell.
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 4:58
Recap: France vs England LIVE | Guinness Six Nations
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness Six Nations match between France and England at Stade de Franc…
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RugbyPass
02 Feb 2020, 4:30
How 'true Irish grit' was Andy Farrell's calling card after a near 62-week wait to start his new job
It was November 2018 when it was first confirmed that Englishman Faz would take over and the opening win over Scotland showed sign…
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Liam Heagney
02 Feb 2020, 2:10
'We were walking down Fifth Avenue, and every ten seconds people were stopping him. French people, Irish people, even Americans'
After featuring in eight Le Crunch encounters, France-England is now very much a past tense fixture for Mathieu Bastareaud as he s…
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Liam Heagney
02 Feb 2020, 1:31
Eddie Jones contract extension: 'The players will let me know'
England face France in their Six Nations opener on Sunday with Jones believing his side can one day become ‘the best rugby team …
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 1:05
Video: The full Stuart Hogg press conference after 'schoolboy' gaffe costs Scotland
Shell-shocked Stuart Hogg has apologised for the incredible “schoolboy” gaffe that cost Scotland dear in Dublin.
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Online Editors
01 Feb 2020, 13:30
The truth behind Johnny Sexton's latest compelling return from injury
Sidelined since limping out of action with Leinster in early December, it was only two days before the Six Nations opener that his…
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Liam Heagney
01 Feb 2020, 12:59
Italy's continued inclusion in Six Nations questioned after 23rd consecutive loss
Italy coach Franco Smith has defended their right to be in the Six Nations championship despite the 42-0 loss to Wales in Cardiff …
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Chris Jones
01 Feb 2020, 12:56
Ireland player ratings vs Scotland
Andy Farrell's reign as Irish boss got underway with a hard-fought win over Scotland that was in contrast to their dominance when …
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Liam Heagney
01 Feb 2020, 11:26
Jonny Sexton scores every point in tense victory over Scotland
Johnny Sexton starred on his first outing as permanent Ireland captain as Andy Farrell's tenure as head coach began with an unconv…
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Online Editors
01 Feb 2020, 11:24
Scotland player ratings vs Ireland
Scotland player ratings: There were ten changes to the starting side that faced Japan in Scotland’s final match of the Rugby Wor…
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Ian Cameron
01 Feb 2020, 10:53
Rating Wayne Pivac's first Test as coach
Wayne Pivac marked his first competitive game as Wales head coach with a 42-0 Guinness Six Nations victory over Italy in Cardiff.
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Online Editors
01 Feb 2020, 10:26
Wales give Pivac his perfect start against Italy
Wales made a strong start to their defence of the Guinness Six Nations title by beating Italy 42-0 at the Principality Stadium.
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Online Editors
01 Feb 2020, 9:50
'Sublime' - Biggar moment of magic leaves Twitter gushing
A moment of magic from Welsh stand-off Dan Biggar has been lauded on Twitter.
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Ian Cameron
01 Feb 2020, 7:56
'Bring it' - Ibanez welcomes England's brutal physicality
Raphael Ibanez declared “bring it on” in anticipation of the forward onslaught expected from England in Paris on Sunday.
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Online Editors
01 Feb 2020, 7:34
Recap: Wales vs Italy LIVE | Guinness Six Nations
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness Six Nations match between Wales and Italy at Principality Stad…
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RugbyPass
01 Feb 2020, 5:53
Who Tom Curry sought advice from as he makes transition to No.8
Tom Curry has taken tips from Billy Vunipola and David Pocock to ease his adjustment to No.8, but the England back row will still …
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Online Editors
01 Feb 2020, 5:04
Recap: Ireland vs Scotland LIVE | Guinness Six Nations
Follow all the action on the RugbyPass live blog from the Guinness Six Nations match between Ireland and Scotland at Aviva Stadiu…
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Liam Heagney
01 Feb 2020, 3:23
Noises from Scotland suggest reconciliation with Russell not high on agenda
Finn Russell’s expulsion from Scotland’s squad has long been “parked” and presents a major opportunity for Adam Hastings t…
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Online Editors
01 Feb 2020, 1:56
England could be on for Grand Slam if they negotiate tough Paris test - Andy Goode
The last two teams to have beaten France away on the opening weekend of the Six Nations have gone on to win a Grand Slam and I thi…
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Andy Goode
01 Feb 2020, 1:16
The tale of two Irish hookers... one in contractual limbo and a rival ready to make his Test debut
It's 33 months since Tadgh McElroy chose Saracens over the Ireland scene... he's now fighting for a way back into the pro ranks wh…
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Liam Heagney
01 Feb 2020, 0:59
Le Crunch: Three match-ups and one prediction
France and England are set to battle it out in the Six Nations on Sunday in what is an intriguing match-up of two teams at differe…
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Alex Shaw
01 Feb 2020, 0:36
'I've been thinking about this moment for a long time': Turn of the 'JMac' as Wales welcomes Johnny McNicholl to Six Nations stage
‘GMac’ enjoyed memorable sporting success in Wales – but it could be the turn of ‘JMac’ when the 2020 Six Nations kicks …
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Online Editors
31 Jan 2020, 14:47
Eddie Jones unrepentant after demanding England bring brutality to 'Le Crunch'
England are intent on tearing into France after Eddie Jones stuck by his pledge to unleash “brutal physicality” in Paris.
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Online Editors
31 Jan 2020, 14:29
Galthie sends dark warning to England following Jones' comments
England have been warned to expect a French onslaught in Paris on Sunday as Fabien Galthie reacted to Eddie Jones’ promise of …
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Online Editors
31 Jan 2020, 8:29
'I grew up in South Africa with the Five Nations… it was the trendsetter'
Poised to become the first South African-born coach to take charge of a side in the Six Nations, new Italy boss Franco Smith has b…
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Liam Heagney
31 Jan 2020, 8:26
Stander joked about Doris taking his jersey with his new team-mate's father 7 months previously
Ireland’s CJ Stander has revealed he once joked about Caelan Doris taking his number eight jersey with his new team-mate’s fat…
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Online Editors
31 Jan 2020, 6:53
Pivac's honeymoon period will be shorter than Ed Griffiths' return to Saracens if Wales fluff their lines
Bonhomie and heartfelt platitudes have been the order of the day in this Six Nations build-up for Wayne Pivac, but he is about to …
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Owain Jones
31 Jan 2020, 6:22
Recalled Teddy Thomas' shocking revelation about his RWC omission
The Racing 92 winger had travelled down to his family in Biarritz expecting to hear good news about Japan, but his world then sudd…
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Online Editors
31 Jan 2020, 3:38
England name team to face France - Farrell starts at 12
England head coach Eddie Jones has selected his side to play France in England’s opening match of the 2020 Guinness Six Nations …
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Online Editors
31 Jan 2020, 2:33
'While South Africa were tremendous in the final, if they played five times, England would win four'
Casteignede is backing “x-factor” scrum half Antoine Dupont to provide the magic to give France victory over England in their …
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Chris Jones
31 Jan 2020, 1:18
Faletau's admission: I thought career might be over
Wales star Taulupe Faletau has admitted he wondered if he could still play rugby after spending lengthy spells on the sidelines.
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Online Editors
31 Jan 2020, 1:05
'The only black people you see on TV at the minute are complaining about everything'
Courtney Lawes is comfortable sharing his political views on social media due to what he sees as the absence of voices representin…
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Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 14:09
Rees-Zammit mania continues among Welsh fans despite his exclusion
The hysteria surrounding the Gloucester winger over the past few weeks has barely been seen before for a player so young... and it…
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Josh Raisey
30 Jan 2020, 11:24
England fans wary after France name fear inducing backline
The new era of French rugby has begun under Fabien Galthié after he named a young and exciting team to face England in the Six Na…
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Josh Raisey
30 Jan 2020, 10:07
Anthony Watson out for England as 25-man squad confirmed
England men’s head coach Eddie Jones has confirmed his 25-man squad that has travelled to Paris ahead of England’s 2020 Guinne…
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Ian Cameron
30 Jan 2020, 9:14
Townsend: Don't expect a repeat of Yokohama
The Dark Blues got off to a terrible start in Japan as they slumped to a 27-3 loss in their World Cup opener.
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Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 8:46
Italy name team to face Wales
Interim Azzurri boss Franco Smith has pulled a surprise by including an uncapped lock who has featured in the local Italian league…
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Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 6:30
Heinz: The game that must be England's blueprint
England overwhelmed the back-to-back world champions to reach the World Cup final in Japan.
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Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 6:07
France name team to face England
New French boss Fabien Galthie has named Romain Ntamack at fly-half for Sunday's Guinness Six Nations opener against the English i…
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Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 5:25
Fans satisfied that form players have been rewarded by Scotland
Gregor Townsend has made ten changes from their last outing, a reshuffle that includes the inclusion of uncapped Australian-born b…
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Josh Raisey
30 Jan 2020, 5:06
Wales name team to face Italy
New boss Wayne Pivac has selected his first Guinness Six Nations XV and it includes one new cap and the curious repositioning of w…
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Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 4:09
Scotland name team to face Ireland
Fresh from their embarrassing World Cup pool elimination at the hands of Japan, Gregor Townsend has made ten changes to his XV for…
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Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 3:10
French squad forced to make another injury-enforced front row change
Racing 92’s Teddy Baubigny replaced club colleague Camille Chat earlier this week in Fabien Galthie's squad and they have now ha…
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Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 1:39
Watson: 'I don't think personally I'll ever get over the final'
Anthony Watson admits he will never recover from the heartbreak of England’s World Cup final defeat but intends to use the disap…
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Online Editors
30 Jan 2020, 1:05
Wales fans warming to an alternative to putting North at No13
While Jonathan Davies and Willis Halaholo are still set to miss the entire tournament, Wayne Pivac’s problems have eased with th…
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Josh Raisey
29 Jan 2020, 9:39
The Championship club that can boast a total of 10 ex-players in current Six Nations squads
Three former Hartpury academy products have named in Six Nations squads, bringing to ten the number of past players competing for …
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Ian Cameron
29 Jan 2020, 8:03
Luke Cowan-Dickie leaves England's Portugal training base
The Exeter Chiefs hooker could miss the Guinness Six Nations opener against France in Paris on Sunday after departing the Algarve …
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Online Editors
29 Jan 2020, 6:42
How the Murray-ahead-of-Cooney selection went down with Irish fans
The Ireland No9 shirt for the Guinness Six Nations opener against Scotland has been the subject of much debate over the course of …
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Josh Raisey
29 Jan 2020, 5:39
'I would never have said he was 18, and he is a big boy, that's for sure'
George North and Louis Rees-Zammit might be at opposite ends of the Test rugby spectrum – but Wales star Justin Tipuric says he …
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Online Editors
29 Jan 2020, 1:43
Before criticising Farrell, look to the evolving spine of Ireland
Andy Farrell may have come in for criticism for his first Ireland selection, though the glimpse to the future comes in the form of…
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Alex Shaw
29 Jan 2020, 1:00
Finn Russell's absence is a major deal... but only outside of Scotland
Scotland centre Huw Jones insists the squad are unperturbed by Finn Russell’s dramatic departure as he backed Glasgow team-mate …
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Online Editors
28 Jan 2020, 13:42
Is Finn Russell's absence merely laddish exuberance gone too far, or is something more sinister at play?
Doing without the star out-half for any length of time is incredibly damaging to Scotland and Gregor Townsend... nobody comes out …
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Jamie Lyall
28 Jan 2020, 11:40
'Twelve weeks in camp was tough, I don't know how I got through it'
Manu Tuilagi is gearing up for the start of the Six Nations this weekend with memories of all the hard work put into the World Cup…
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Online Editors
28 Jan 2020, 9:32
Farrell's first XV isn't the revolution some Ireland fans hoped for
With the Englishman finally taking the reins after working under Joe Schmidt since 2016, a contingent of Irish fans had their fing…
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Josh Raisey
28 Jan 2020, 9:13
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