Andy Farrell names Ireland team to face Scotland
The Englishman has taken over at the helm from Joe Schmidt and his XV to face Scotland in Saturday's Six Nations opening includes …
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28 Jan 2020, 5:46
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Townsend sheds a little more light on Finn Russell walk out
The 27-year-old was disciplined for a breach of team protocol following an incident at the team hotel on January 19 when he was in…
Online Editors
27 Jan 2020, 9:55
This is the team Andy Farrell should pick for his first game as Ireland head coach
New Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has some big calls to make as he prepares for his first game since succeeding Joe Schmidt.
Ciarán Kennedy
27 Jan 2020, 9:38
France dealt injury blow ahead of Six Nations opener against England
France are currently holding a training camp in Nice as they fine-tune their preparations for Sunday's game at the Stade de France…
Online Editors
27 Jan 2020, 7:55
Ritchie: 'Something obviously had to change from the World Cup'
Scotland will look to put a disappointing World Cup behind them when they open their 2020 Six Nations campaign with a trip to Dubl…
Online Editors
27 Jan 2020, 5:55
Lewis Ludlam reveals unusual motivation technique using World Cup kitbag
Eddie Jones’ back-row bolter for Japan 2019 is in contention to start the Guinness Six Nations opener against France on Sunday.
Online Editors
27 Jan 2020, 3:35
'I don't believe it is the players' fault so why would I have issues with it?'
Jonathan Joseph insists England have refused to allow the Saracens salary cap scandal to divide the squad knowing any festering re…
Online Editors
26 Jan 2020, 5:40
'Is there frustration? Absolutely' - England scrumhalf Robson won fight with DVT, now he must win over Eddie Jones
Dan Robson won his battle to save his rugby career and now wants to convince Eddie Jones that he is the scrumhalf England need to …
Chris Jones
26 Jan 2020, 3:17
Changing room photo suggests Finn Russell doing just fine despite Scottish dramas
A post-match changing room photograph taken following Racing 92 hammering of 27 - nil hammering of Castres suggests exiled Scottis…
Ian Cameron
26 Jan 2020, 2:45
No side faces a 'boom or bust' Six Nations as much as France
With the Six Nations nearly upon us, it's shaping up to be a defining tournament for France, who have committed heavily to a rebui…
Alex Shaw
26 Jan 2020, 0:59
The Internet's best responses to Finn Russell leaving Scotland's camp on the eve of Six Nations
Since the news broke that Scotland's star flyhalf Finn Russell has been sent home for behavioural issues ahead of their first Six …
Online Editors
25 Jan 2020, 21:50
'We're working with our psych to unpack anything that might be there' - Underhill urges England to put pain of World Cup final defeat behind them
Eddie Jones’ squad for the Guinness Six Nations have conducted a post-Japan 2019 debrief at their training camp in Portugal guid…
Online Editors
25 Jan 2020, 14:24
Pat Lam's sage advice for snubbed England No.8 Hughes
Bristol boss Pat Lam praised discarded England No.8 Nathan Hughes’ man-of-the-match display in a 34-16 Gallagher Premiership vic…
Online Editors
25 Jan 2020, 11:15
Wales and Bath No.8 Faletau plays down injury fears
Bath number eight Taulupe Faletau played down fears about his fitness ahead of Wales’ opening Six Nations match against Italy af…
Online Editors
25 Jan 2020, 10:39
Launchbury ruled out of England Six Nations opener
The 28-year-old Wasps lock sustained an injury in last weekend's 27-0 Challenge Cup defeat by Bordeaux-Begles and is receiving tre…
Online Editors
25 Jan 2020, 7:20
Former Ireland international omits Cooney, Stockdale from his XV for Scotland
Former Irish international Alan Quinlan has omitted form scrumhalf John Cooney from his proposed Ireland XV to face Scotland.
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2020, 6:16
Scottish fans welcome the one silver lining to their terrible week
It's been Six Nations torture so far for the Scots, Darcy Graham's injury on Friday following Thursday's confirmation that naughty…
Josh Raisey
25 Jan 2020, 4:16
We need to talk about Rhys Webb
We need to talk about Rhys Webb. The 31-cap Wales and Lions scrum-half is reported to have bid a final adieu to Toulon after a cha…
Owain Jones
25 Jan 2020, 2:25
What England teammates told Saracens players at 'clear-the-air' meeting
Eddie Jones squad enter the Guinness Six Nations united after addressing any grievances over the Saracens salary cap scandal, whic…
Online Editors
24 Jan 2020, 13:37
England star Jonny May faced post-RWC court summons
The winger was brought back down to earth after his country's march to the World Cup final by a court summons and a drubbing at No…
Online Editors
24 Jan 2020, 13:20
Darcy Graham adds to Scotland woes after Russell exclusion
The Edinburgh wing was ruled out of the early Six Nations games by a knee injury after fly-half Russell was dropped for disciplina…
Online Editors
24 Jan 2020, 9:26
Owen Lane released from Wales squad following 'significant' training injury
Cardiff Blues winger Owen Lane has been released from Wales’ Guinness Six Nations squad following a “significant” hamstring …
Online Editors
24 Jan 2020, 9:11
Weir replaces Scottish bad-boy Russell
Worcester Warriors stand-off Duncan Weir has been added to the Scotland squad ahead of the national team’s Guinness Six Nations …
Online Editors
24 Jan 2020, 8:33
England have held players-only clear-the-air talks over the Saracens scandal
All 34 players taken to Portugal for a pre-championship training camp gathered in the dining room of their Algarve base to voice a…
Online Editors
24 Jan 2020, 8:21
'He was a bit of a maverick' - England back Thorley taking inspiration from unlikely hero
Gloucester wing Ollie Thorley is taking inspiration from “maverick” former Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli as he attempts to …
Chris Jones
24 Jan 2020, 6:14
The most obvious call to replace Vunipola at No.8
With England set to lose Billy Vunipola for the Six Nations with a broken arm, who are the other options that Eddie Jones can turn…
Alex Shaw
24 Jan 2020, 5:52
Russell warned he must make the first move to salvage Scotland career
Finn Russell has been told it is down to him to salvage his Scotland career after he was stood down for the Guinness Six Nations o…
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 12:42
A reason has emerged as to why Finn Russell was disciplined by Scotland
The 27-year-old has been disciplined for a breach of team protocol following an incident at the team hotel last Sunday and will mi…
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 12:01
'We did an unbelievable amount of outstanding things under Joe... I'd be absolutely foolish not to harness those bits'
Without doubt, Andy Farrell's domineering frame stands out a mile when keeping company but the pressing question is can he quickly…
Liam Heagney
23 Jan 2020, 10:47
Zebo's cryptic Finn Russell Tweets are perlexing the internet
Simon Zebo, club teammate of Scotland’s Finn Russell, has left a series of cryptic Tweets after the Scot returned to Racing 92 f…
Josh Raisey
23 Jan 2020, 9:25
Upset Scotland fans hit out at the SRU after Finn Russell's sanction
Given the considerable impact this decision could have on Gregor Townsend’s team, it's understandable the Scottish public want m…
Josh Raisey
23 Jan 2020, 7:14
Disciplined Finn Russell OUT of Scotland's opening Six Nations match versus Ireland
The Scots have been preparing for their February 1 opener versus Ireland in Dublin, but they are now doing so without their influe…
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 5:06
Eddie Jones couldn't resist taking a Gatland reference pop at Wayne Pivac
England are not scheduled to meet Wales until round four in this year's Six Nations, but their outspoken boss has already had a go…
Liam Heagney
23 Jan 2020, 4:38
Parisse send-off: Italy boss strongly defends controversial plan
Italy coach Franco Smith has defended his decision to give former captain Sergio Parisse a final farewell cap against England in R…
Chris Jones
23 Jan 2020, 2:54
Guinness Six Nations - fixtures, kick-off times and referees
Guinness Six Nations: kick-off times: The Guinness Six Nations Championship has a cherished and permanent place on rugby union…
RugbyPass
23 Jan 2020, 1:49
The favourites to win the Six Nations
The Guinness Six Nations Championship has a cherished and permanent place on rugby union’s global landscape.
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 1:33
Hastings questions Scotland's direction as Six Nations looms
2019 was supposed to be the year Scotland came of age – but instead Gregor Townsend’s team of bright young things found themse…
Online Editors
23 Jan 2020, 1:02
'I saw a huge change in him between Lions tours. He was like a different person'
Just 17-and-a-half weeks since the Irish blew a gaping hole in the Scots’ World Cup campaign in Japan, they are bracing themselv…
Liam Heagney
23 Jan 2020, 0:22
U20 Six Nations - Ones to Watch
We have picked out six of the brightest talents to watch over the next two months in the U20 Six Nations, with the age-grade tourn…
Alex Shaw
23 Jan 2020, 0:20
The father and son snap that was the talk of the Six Nations launch in London
Rugby union is a game littered with father and son duos.
Bill and Josh Beaumont; Bryan and Cameron Redpath; Bill and Tevita Cav…
Ian Cameron
22 Jan 2020, 13:36
'I have just had a protein bowl with him and a coffee in the green room out the back'
Six Nations. Two tournaments. One main topic of discussion. This Saracens saga is only going to run and run and run.
Liam Heagney
22 Jan 2020, 12:04
Andy Farrell posed the one question that all Irish fans want answered
Conor Murray had been the long-term first-choice scrum-half under former Irish boss Joe Schmidt, but a campaign for John Cooney's …
Liam Heagney
22 Jan 2020, 9:51
'For us to aim to beat sides like Scotland would be a misinterpretation of what we are trying to do'
Italy interim head coach Franco Smith does not expect Wales to be nursing a Warren Gatland hangover for their Guinness Six Nations…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 7:34
'If I told Johnny that he's going into a game to play second fiddle, he'd think I'd gone mad'
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton expects to be fit to lead his country into a new era under head coach Andy Farrell.
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 7:20
Ireland skipper Sexton 'ahead of schedule' in recovery from knee injury
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton is “ahead of schedule” in his recovery from injury and expects to be fit for the Guinness Six Na…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 6:48
Jones and Farrell: England 'best thing' for Saracens players
Eddie Jones believes England’s Six Nations campaign can help his Saracens players deal with the ramifications of relegation from…
Chris Jones
22 Jan 2020, 6:31
Townsend: Saracens relegation will make or break England
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend believes Saracens’ imminent Premiership relegation will either galvanise rivals England or c…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 4:32
Wales need to 'cut ties' with Gatland era - captain Alun Wyn Jones
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones has warned it will be a bumpy road for the Guinness Six Nations champions following Warren Gatland’…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 4:03
Pivac: 'Massive' Warburton role in Wales set up revealed
Wayne Pivac, the new Welsh coach, and captain Alun Wyn Jones today revealed details of the key role Sam Warburton has been given i…
Chris Jones
22 Jan 2020, 3:31
Saracens' plight doesn't make it good time to face England, says France captain
France captain Charles Ollivon has dismissed suggestions Saracens’ impending Premiership relegation means it is favourable to st…
Online Editors
22 Jan 2020, 3:13
The message is writ-large: cherish Alun Wyn Jones before he unlaces his size 15s for the last time
A post-AWJ future is an unpalatable prospect for Welsh fans, but time won't wait for the talisman who is in his 15th year of Test …
Owain Jones
21 Jan 2020, 11:27
Zebo's bold claim about his Racing team-mate's current form heading into the Six Nations
The Parisian club's outside centre bagged two tries in the first half at Saracens last Sunday, running in from 40 metres for their…
Josh Raisey
21 Jan 2020, 5:36
'This time last year I was playing for Yorkshire at Richmond on a Saturday night... it's been a whirlwind year'
The son of ex-Samoa star Mike and nephew of former All Black Tana will now fly out to Portugal on Wednesday for a week’s warm-we…
Online Editors
21 Jan 2020, 5:04
Eddie Jones has baffled fans with his England scrum-half selection
This is a burst of young players in what was already a fairly youthful England team, but options remain limited at No9 as the coac…
Josh Raisey
21 Jan 2020, 3:15
England to hold crisis talks to resolve any resentment towards Saracens players
Eddie Jones will preside over the discussions in Portugal on Thursday when his 34-man squad begins a seven-day training camp to pr…
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 15:34
Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey drafted into Ireland's Six Nations squad
Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey has been called into Ireland’s squad for the Guinness Six Nations.
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 13:02
Fresh injury concern over Larmour ahead of Six Nations
Leinster have issued an injury update following Saturday's Champions Cup defeat of Benetton, and there is some worrying news surro…
Ciarán Kennedy
20 Jan 2020, 8:38
Italy name new captain after Parisse left out of Six Nations squad
Parisse is set to retire from international rugby later this year and has been left out of the squad by interim head coach Franco …
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 6:50
Jones gives honest assessment of new coaches at rival Six Nations teams after naming England squad
The England head coach wants his team to play the 'greatest rugby' the sport has ever seen in the upcoming Six Nations championshi…
Chris Jones
20 Jan 2020, 5:48
Nowell misses out as Jones includes eight uncapped players in England Six Nations squad
Jones has named a 34-man squad for the 2020 Six Nations, with their campaing beginning against France on February 2nd.
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 4:08
Italy bring in highly rated kicking and skills coach ahead of Six Nations
Toyota Cheetahs Kicking and Skills Coach, Albert Keuris, will be assisting Italy as a consultant in preparation for the Six Nation…
Online Editors
20 Jan 2020, 3:33
The three apprentices Eddie Jones must name in his Six Nations squad
England's head coach has a penchant for including apprentices in his senior squad and RugbyPass has identified a trio who would be…
Alex Shaw
17 Jan 2020, 9:30
Manu Tuilagi gives England's Six Nations hopes a timely boost
The Tigers centre has missed three games due to a groin injury but he will captain them in south-west France on Saturday in their …
Online Editors
17 Jan 2020, 7:29
Andy Farrell appears to hail from the 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' school of thought
The new Ireland coach's message is his squad is dynamic, powerful and aggressive with a lot of skill and speed, but how true can t…
Liam Heagney
16 Jan 2020, 11:40
Wales' cross-border reconnaissance would have made the Viet Cong proud
RugbyPass have joined the melee to offer a considered view on the 38-man squad primed to defend Wales’ Six Nations title.
Owain Jones
16 Jan 2020, 9:19
Fans hail du Preez's Scotland recall after his unique and harrowing injury
The Worcester back row has been called up to Gregor Townsend’s squad for the Six Nations two years after he earned his sixth and…
Josh Raisey
16 Jan 2020, 6:52
Wales' 60-cap rule is again causing confusion on both sides of the Severn
The presence of ten English-based players in Wayne Pivac’s Wales squad for the Six Nations has reopened the debate surrounding t…
Josh Raisey
16 Jan 2020, 2:40
Townsend blames 'ridiculous' English rugby schedule for decision not to select Taylor
Gregor Townsend has blamed English rugby chiefs for his decision to leave Saracens centre Duncan Taylor out of Scotland’s Six Na…
Online Editors
16 Jan 2020, 1:25
How big a loss to English rugby is new Wales capture Nick Tompkins?
The 24-year-old is a versatile centre who has very good attacking skills, has been honed in Saracens’ impressive defensive syste…
Alex Shaw
15 Jan 2020, 11:45
England's Freddie Burns revels in younger brother's Ireland call-up
The Ulster fly-half is one of five uncapped players in Andy Farrell’s squad, alongside provincial team-mate Tom O’Toole and Le…
Josh Raisey
15 Jan 2020, 11:15
Fans react to Tompkins' Wales call-up: 'England, what have you done?'
The 24-year-old Saracens midfielder comes in during an injury crisis at outside centre which sees the likes of Jonathan Davies and…
Josh Raisey
15 Jan 2020, 10:24
Ban rules Carre out of Wales' Six Nations opener
The Saracens front row had an enjoyable Wednesday morning with selection in Wayne Pivac's Test squad, but his day was to eventuall…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2020, 9:38
'Not at all' - England had no bearing on Rees-Zammit selection
The 18-year-old, who has scored nine tries in ten games this season for Gloucester, had been sounded out by Eddie Jones' camp abou…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2020, 9:11
Ireland name 35-man squad for the Six Nations
New Ireland boss Andy Farrell has it all to do after succeeding Joe Schmidt and he has included five uncapped players in his squad…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2020, 8:25
Townsend: Hogg won't repeat McInally's failure as Scotland skipper
Captaining his country at the World Cup was too much of a burden for the hooker, leaving Gregor Townsend turning to his star full-…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2020, 6:43
Heavyweight prop snubbed by Gatland who bench presses 210kg ready for Six Nations debut
WillGriff John, the 20-stone Sale Sharks prop, has taken a circuitous route to the top... now that he has reached it, he tells Rug…
Chris Jones
15 Jan 2020, 4:27
Wales name 38-man squad for the Six Nations
After twelve years of Warren Gatland at the helm, new Wales coach Wayne Pivac has named his first Guinness Six Nations squad which…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2020, 3:11
Scotland name 38-man squad for the Six Nations
Gregor Townsend is hoping to bounce back to 2019's World Cup disappointment in Japan with a revamped squad containing six uncapped…
Online Editors
15 Jan 2020, 2:52
Eddie Jones confirms new additions to England coaching team ahead of Six Nations
The England head coach has brought in two new coaches, while there is also a change of role for the long-serving Steve Borthwick.
Ciarán Kennedy
13 Jan 2020, 5:09
'Dream' Wales cap the next goal as Rees-Zammit commits future to Gloucester
The 18-year-old has already scored nine tries in all competitions for the Premiership club this season.
Ciarán Kennedy
13 Jan 2020, 4:36
Cuts, bolters and momentum versus renewal: Picking a 33-man England Six Nations squad
With the Six Nations rapidly approaching, we take a look at England's potential squad as Eddie Jones balances momentum and fresh i…
Alex Shaw
13 Jan 2020, 3:14
Bath boss Stuart Hooper plays down Anthony Watson injury scare
Initial fears about Anthony Watson's leg injury have been quelled by the Bath boss.
Online Editors
10 Jan 2020, 20:46
Why France should break protocol for Crusaders' coach Scott Robertson
There wouldn’t be a side more feared, particularly in New Zealand where many thought he should have got the All Blacks’ job, t…
Ben Smith
08 Jan 2020, 22:15
Carbery will miss Ireland's entire Six Nations campaign
Fears that the injury the back-up Test out-half picked up in Belfast with Munster could affect his participation in Andy Farrell's…
Online Editors
08 Jan 2020, 7:47
19 uncapped played in France's Six Nations squad... and Galthie also reveals a new captain
Amid much hype about the new era in French rugby after Jacques Brunel stepped aside, new boss Fabien Galthie has shaken things up …
Online Editors
08 Jan 2020, 5:25
Sergio Parisse planning Six Nations farewell with a cunning twist
It was feared the Italian talisman's Test career had ended with match cancellation versus New Zealand at the World Cup, but a Plan…
Online Editors
07 Jan 2020, 8:31
Italian Campagnaro reveals the devastating consequences of his Twickenham injury
The Harlequins midfielder cut a sorry figure when helped off the pitch last weekend and it will be quite a while before he is seen…
Online Editors
04 Jan 2020, 4:16
Life After Rugby - Andy Powell
Life After Rugby: Andy Powell - a RugbyPass Original documentary.
RugbyPass
01 Jan 2020, 8:10
Henry Slade facing lengthy spell on the sidelines
Exeter centre Henry Slade will miss the sold-out Gallagher Premiership clash with Saracens at Sandy Park through injury.
Online Editors
23 Dec 2019, 22:11
Brad Shields' Six Nations hopes take a big hit as injury strikes again
Injury will prolong England loose forward Brad Shields' absence from the international arena.
Online Editors
23 Dec 2019, 21:00
Wales blow as two internationals go under the knife
Wales begin their defence of their Six Nations title against Italy on February 1.
Online Editors
21 Dec 2019, 6:14
Sexton's Six Nations worry as Leinster confirm out-half will miss Northampton game
Sexton was forced off in Leinster's 43-16 win at Franklin's Gardens on Saturday after falling awkwardly while being tackled.
Online Editors
09 Dec 2019, 4:41
English referees get the green light to open and close the 2020 Six Nations
The World Cup may have only just finished but preparations are well underway for next year's 2020 Six Nations with World Rugby ann…
Online Editors
04 Dec 2019, 8:39
Nigel Owens may retire at end of season
Nigel Owens is deliberating over whether or not he will retire at the end of the current season.
Ian Cameron
01 Dec 2019, 3:44
Eddie's book will be box office but he shouldn't have been allowed to publish it - Andy Goode
Eddie Jones’ book is released today and, while there’s no doubt it’ll make for interesting reading, how it’s been allowed …
Andy Goode
21 Nov 2019, 10:43
'To be clear, I support our players playing for England 100 per cent'
England's boss had expressed fears that players from the London club might opt out of the 2020 Six Nations to bolster their battle…
Online Editors
21 Nov 2019, 2:06
Manu Tuilagi on the 'tough' club or country decision facing Saracens' England players
With the Londoners 26 points adrift of Tuilagi’s Leicester in the Gallagher Premiership, the England midfielder has his say on t…
Online Editors
20 Nov 2019, 11:18
Joe Marler calls for unity in England squad in face of Saracens sanctions
England prop Marler would be surprised if Saracens’ players decided to play for their club instead of the Six Nations in Februar…
Online Editors
19 Nov 2019, 21:10
Gatland's fury over England's antics following Wales' 2019 Six Nations win
The now former Wales coach has just released a book where he takes umbrage at how Eddie Jones' beaten team behaved in the aftermat…
Online Editors
13 Nov 2019, 8:19
Saracens supporters 'abused in the street'
Saracens supporters have been abused in the street in the wake of this week’s punishment over breaches of salary cap rules.
Online Editors
09 Nov 2019, 6:54
Japan reportedly on brink of 'shock' Six Nations invite following Rugby Championship 'dithering'
Japan could be set for an invite into the Six Nations following their spectacular run to the World Cup quarter-finals, according t…
Online Editors
05 Nov 2019, 19:25
How having a star-studded squad will hinder - not help - Saracens' bid to avoid relegation
Saracens have, on paper, a star-studded team capable of going on a relegation-preventing winning run, but their efforts will be hi…
Chris Jones
05 Nov 2019, 5:11
England's World Cup may have ended in disappointment, but it's not been the worst - or best - part of Eddie Jones' coaching reign
Eddie Jones suffered the agony of World Cup final defeat again. It's one of the most disappointing results of Jones' tenure with E…
Online Editors
02 Nov 2019, 21:38
Steve Hansen fires a parting shot at the self-interested Six Nations
With Japan 2019 having caught the imagination of the non-rugby public around the world, Steve Hansen has called on the Six Nations…
Online Editors
01 Nov 2019, 7:01
Wales fullback Liam Williams could be sidelined for three months
Wales fullback Liam Williams could face a lengthy lay-off after being injured at the World Cup.
Online Editors
30 Oct 2019, 3:06
Joe Schmidt's coaching regrets: 'In six and a half years, I've not taken one full day off.'
Outgoing Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has expressed regret with the way he prepared his players for the World Cup, saying the team's …
Online Editors
22 Oct 2019, 20:30
Why adding Japan to an existing competition is the worst solution to World Rugby's growing problem
After an excellent performance at the 2019 World Cup, calls are growing by the day for Japan to be added to either the Six Nations…
Tom Vinicombe
21 Oct 2019, 22:28
Fans divided as to where Japan's future best lies
Having beaten Ireland and Scotland to top Pool A at the World Cup, a debate has ignited on whether Japan should join Six Nations o…
Josh Raisey
15 Oct 2019, 8:29
A history of cancelled rugby matches, from wild weather to political impasses
World Cup matches have been cancelled for the first time in the competition's history. There are only a handful of Tests - and som…
Online Editors
10 Oct 2019, 3:25
Russell fires warning to Ireland: 'It should be the real Scotland we see now'
Scotland's Six Nations campaign was riddled by inconsistency, but Finn Russell believes Gregor Townsend's squad has now solved the…
Online Editors
17 Sep 2019, 7:19
'We don't know enough about the ins and outs of that deal, it's been shrouded' - World Rugby on Six Nations' CVC investment
It was early July when RugbyPass reported Six Nations would sell a stake to CVC and World Rugby bosses are now concerned after the…
Online Editors
17 Sep 2019, 3:00
Stadiums confirmed for England's under-20s home matches in the 2020 Six Nations
Look to bounce back from a disappointing campaign in 2019, the RFU have confirmed the stadiums that will host the England under-20…
Alex Shaw
13 Sep 2019, 4:01
Steve Hansen blasts World Rugby, Six Nations for lack of progress in Pacific
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has laid blame for the plight of Pacific Island rugby on the unwillingness of World Rugby to stand u…
Online Editors
07 Sep 2019, 22:13
How England's Jamie George and the Irishman skippering English cricket became drinking buddies
After England's one-day cricket team showed last month how it is possible to win a World Cup, Jamie George is hoping to catch up w…
Liam Heagney
06 Aug 2019, 1:09
Finn Russell lifts lid on half-time dressing room chat that transformed Scotland's dire Calcutta Cup display
Scotland's incredible second-half comeback at Twickenham was one of the most memorable halves of Six Nations rugby ever... now Fin…
Online Editors
31 Jul 2019, 2:00
Principality Stadium to stick with alcohol-free zone
The Principality Stadium will make their alcohol-free zone permanent following a successful two-year trial.
Online Editors
29 Jul 2019, 9:38
'I'll fight to the death for my jersey... I won't be shying away from that'
Greig Laidlaw's demotion to the bench suggested it was the beginning of the end for his Scotland career, but he is spoiling for a …
Online Editors
22 Jul 2019, 2:10
Six Nations will no longer be shown exclusively on free-to-air TV
Following the failure of World Rugby to set up the Nations Championship, investment firm CVC are set to buy into the Six Nations w…
Chris Jones
12 Jul 2019, 6:24
Scotland haven't won Six Nations for ages but their man is the new tournament chairman
It's been quite a while since Scotland led the way regarding anything to do with the Six Nations, but their representative John Je…
Online Editors
12 Jul 2019, 2:57
World Cup winner makes startling revelation about try-scoring success
Former England World Cup winner Ben Cohen has made a remarkable admission as to why he scored so many tries during his career.
Josh Raisey
11 Jul 2019, 10:30
'I was very lucky' - BBC's Sonja McLaughlan hospitalised after accident at home
The BBC's Sonja McLaughlan has been hospitalised following a fall at her home earlier this week.
Ian Cameron
30 Jun 2019, 3:33
World Rugby sets deadline for decision on Nations Championship proposal
Global rugby chiefs face a deadline to back or shun World Rugby’s Nations Championship plan. Reaction to the plans for a new int…
Online Editors
18 Jun 2019, 5:15
'If you were to have Six Nations relegation tomorrow the issue is you don't have a robust, viable tier two'
Introducing relegation into the Six Nations is a hot topic, but it's something RFU chief Bill Sweeney doesn't believe will be adop…
Online Editors
14 Jun 2019, 2:52
Alex Cuthbert says he's a better player for leaving Cardiff Blues
Wales international relishing life with title-chasing Chiefs.
Online Editors
30 May 2019, 8:17
Nations League given lifeline as Six Nations opts to take peek at the figures
Only one of the member countries of the Six Nations is currently in favour of the proposed Nations League, but they have collectiv…
Online Editors
18 Apr 2019, 0:40
From a former Chief to a future Warrior: Could Cruden revitalise his career at Glasgow?
OPINION: Since leaving New Zealand's shores at the end of 2017, Aaron Cruden has experienced a torrid time in the south of France.…
Tom Vinicombe
16 Apr 2019, 22:05
Has France found their new coach?
Rumours out of France suggest that an ex-Toulon coach could be on the cusp of taking over the national team.
Online Editors
16 Apr 2019, 14:49
'I saw him at 12.30 and was operated on at two o'clock... it all happened pretty quickly'
Ben Youngs had no inclination that he would need surgery to fix a Six Nations shoulder injury, but a visit to a specialist quickly…
Online Editors
16 Apr 2019, 6:13
Dan Robson still has shot at making the World Cup following update on his recent illness
There were grave concerns surrounding Dan Robson when he pulled out of England's squad to face Scotland, but Wasps have confirmed …
Online Editors
12 Apr 2019, 5:54
Galthie to join France coaching set-up 'within days' - reports
Former international scrum-half Galthie to take on short-term role, despite not having been involved in coaching a senior men's si…
James Harrington
11 Apr 2019, 13:19
'Farrell has a leadership quality, a real conviction how he sees the game... he's pretty ruthless'
Owen Farrell came in for an avalanche of criticism following the Six Nations, but his England playmaker predecessor, the World Cup…
Online Editors
11 Apr 2019, 9:11
Nations Championship deadline extended as unions weigh up options
World Rugby has told unions that time to consider the Nations Championship, the most radical revamp of international rugby since t…
Online Editors
04 Apr 2019, 18:21
New France coach 'will be appointed before 2019 World Cup'
FFR President Bernard Laporte plans to appoint next coach of France's national rugby side before the tournament in Japan - but two…
James Harrington
04 Apr 2019, 10:10
Eddie Jones set to lead British & Irish Lions in South Africa
Eddie Jones has been offered the role of head coach for British & Irish Lions when they travel to South Africa in 2021.
Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 22:24
Mad Bernie lives up to reputation as FFR to hold bizarre referendum
France's rugby at Test level might not be up to much, but the level of off-field entertainment surrounding their set-up continues …
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 16:08
Maro Itoje finally ready for action following eight-week lay-off
Maro Itoje's knee injury was serious enough for him to miss four England Six Nations matches, but he is finally ready to make his …
Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 7:06
Wales fans rage at Martin Johnson's latest comments
Former England captain Martin Johnson has come under some criticism from Welsh fans over his latest comments regarding the Grand S…
Josh Raisey
26 Mar 2019, 11:15
RFU chief lays out 'catastrophic' consequences if Nations Championship format gets go-ahead
England's relegation from the Guinness Six Nations would be "catastrophic" for the game on these shores, according to acting Rugby…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2019, 7:11
What went wrong for England against Scotland?
The Rugby Pod attempt to analyse what happened in Twickenham last weekend.
Rugby Pod
24 Mar 2019, 4:18
Dai Young: We want Shaun Edwards
Shaun Edwards would be welcomed back at Wasps if he opts out of coaching Wigan Warriors, says director of rugby Dai Young.
Alex Fisher
23 Mar 2019, 20:15
'I have done business on many occasions on the basis of an oral agreement over a handshake'
Wigan Warriors boss Ian Lenagan has finally held his hands up and explained what has gone wrong in their supposed deal with Shaun …
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 13:18
'Maybe for some reason there is a consensus among the rugby public that they don't rate us'
Gareth Anscombe says Six Nations champions Wales have reason to believe they can "ruffle a few feathers" at the World Cup later th…
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 9:33
Alun Wyn Jones wins Six Nations Player of the Championship
Second row Alun Wyn Jones has been named the 2019 Guinness Six Nations Player of the Championship. Jones captained Wales to their …
Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 2:23
The multi-million pound battle between the British & Irish Lions and the Premiership
There is a battle brewing between the British and Irish Lions and Premiership Rugby as preparations are well underway for the 2021…
Online Editors
21 Mar 2019, 15:49
England pair Ben Te'o and Billy Vunipula caught up in late night hotel drama
England pair Ben Te'o and Billy Vunipola have been reprimanded after breaching team protocol following England's final round 38-a…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 13:41
Post-Six Nations - Which 31 players make Ireland's plane to the Rugby World Cup in Japan?
Having used 36 players in the 2019 Six Nations, Joe Schmidt has some manoeuvring to do to cut the numbers down and ensure he takes…
Liam Heagney
20 Mar 2019, 9:40
Vunipola the latest to defend Owen Farrell
Owen Farrell has come in for criticism after a poor second half against Scotland, but Billy Vunipola says it is unwarranted.
Peter Thompson
20 Mar 2019, 7:15
2020 Six Nations fixtures reveal who Pivac and Farrell face in their opening matches
Wayne Pivac and Andy Farrell have learned they will enjoy home comforts when they take respective charge of Wales and Ireland at t…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 4:16
Rugby union's latest civil war set to involve England, France and money - reports
With the clock ticking on World Rugby's World League proposal, the Six Nations countries have had a falling out over the potential…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 3:35
'I will probably never be the darling boy of Welsh rugby' - Anscombe puts the boot in
Having booted Wales to a first Grand Slam in seven years, Gareth Anscombe hasn't held back from telling the power-brokers in Welsh…
Online Editors
20 Mar 2019, 2:50
Wales strike blow against Premiership by convincing Slam star Adams to come home
Regional rugby has been at a low ebb in Wales this month due to the row over possible mergers, but the Blues have received a real …
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 12:34
A pair of Warriors opt to extend their deals at Glasgow until 2021
Glasgow's end-of-season run-in has been boosted by two props returning from Six Nations duty with Scotland and signing contract ex…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 10:50
'This is not mumbo jumbo...' - Spoon-bending psychic wants to fix England's psychological problems
Eddie Jones' admission that he will recruit an expert to cure England's second-half psychological problems has brought an invite f…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 5:33
Lancaster clarifies position on Ireland as speculation continues
Stuart Lancaster has poured cold water on the suggestion that he could still link up with Ireland after the 2019 World Cup.
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 4:57
Laporte reveals reasons why he bizarrely confronted France's players during the Six Nations
A dressing down from the union president is unheard of in elite Test level rugby, but that is exactly what struggling France playe…
Online Editors
19 Mar 2019, 3:28
An English city council has been forced to apologise for celebrating the Welsh Grand Slam
An English council has apologised after flying the Welsh flag on St Patrick's Day.
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 12:22
Twitter reacts: Weary England fans aren't buying Eddie's latest scapegoat
Eddie Jones has faced some heavy criticism from fans on Twitter after blaming England’s 2015 World Cup exit for their current me…
Josh Raisey
18 Mar 2019, 11:31
Don't be seduced by the Calcutta Cup second half, it masks Scotland's grim failings
The danger when reviewing Scotland’s Six Nations championship is that the dizzying second half at Twickenham erases the horror o…
Jamie Lyall
18 Mar 2019, 10:36
Ex-England captain Will Carling leaps to the defence of Owen Farrell on Twitter
In light of England’s unprecedented collapse against Scotland on Saturday, and indeed their Six Nations as a whole, captain Owen…
Josh Raisey
18 Mar 2019, 9:50
Eddie's England need a Plan B... and Cipriani - Andy Goode
We’re all still catching our breath after perhaps the craziest international match ever at Twickenham on Saturday and the review…
Andy Goode
18 Mar 2019, 9:43
Jim Hamilton's Six Nations XV
It's been a roller coaster of a Six Nations.
Scotland retained the Calcutta Cup, Wales became legitimate World Cup contenders a…
Jim Hamilton
18 Mar 2019, 8:24
Eddie Jones looks to blame 2015 World Cup exit under Lancaster for England's mental fragility
Eddie Jones believes England are suffering from a fault line exposed during the 2015 World Cup as he plans to recruit outside help…
Online Editors
18 Mar 2019, 3:58
Why England's Six Nations campaign was a success in the bigger picture
Through the highs and lows, Eddie Jones achieved a number of successes in terms of building towards the ultimate prize in Japan la…
Ben Smith
17 Mar 2019, 23:33
France's miserable campaign has reignited speculation about an ex-skipper coming in to help them
French rugby has fallen into disarray during the Jacques Brunel reign and momentum is growing that a former national team captain …
Online Editors
17 Mar 2019, 15:01
Wales dominate Six Nations Player of the Championship shortlist
The six-man shortlist for the Six Nations' Player of the Championship award features four Wales players and two from England.
Christopher Devine
17 Mar 2019, 13:53
'Pathetic. Pitiful. Practically pointless' - Irish media turn knife into Irish team
Ireland's lacklustre 25 - 7 defeat to Wales in the Principality Stadium yesterday brought a grueling and underwhelming Six Nat…
Ian Cameron
17 Mar 2019, 10:54
Me, myself and I: England's split personalities are their strength and their weakness
As England come to terms with a remarkable encounter with Scotland at Twickenham, they close the book on a relatively productive S…
Alex Shaw
17 Mar 2019, 9:42
The 'big' Wasps announcement forecast by Andy Goode might already be out of the bag
Wigan legend Shaun Edwards agreed to join the Super League champions next year, but says he has not yet signed a contract.
Peter Thompson
17 Mar 2019, 9:13
Eddie Jones explains the thinking behind removing Owen Farrell from the Calcutta Cup cauldron
Eddie Jones has revealed he brought off Owen Farrell at a critical phase of Saturday's remarkable 38-38 draw with Scotland at Twic…
Online Editors
17 Mar 2019, 6:06
Shaun Edwards' return to League thrown into further doubt following post-match comments
Wales coach Shaun Edwards has not finalised his next move after the World Cup, with an agreed switch to rugby league side Wigan ap…
Online Editors
17 Mar 2019, 5:21
Video - England's Ben Youngs literally lost for words in post match interview
Having become England’s most-capped scrum-half in the breathless draw with Scotland at Twickenham, Ben Youngs spoke to RugbyPass…
Nick Heath
17 Mar 2019, 5:12
Alex Shaw's 2019 Guinness Six Nations XV of the tournament
Wales picked up the Grand Slam, Ireland wilted and England offered promise, whilst Scotland licked wounds, France struggled and It…
Alex Shaw
17 Mar 2019, 4:25
Jack Nowell: 'I could have stopped a couple of tries'
With just sixty-six seconds on the clock, Exeter Chiefs winger Jack Nowell scored England’s opening try at Twickenham against Sc…
Nick Heath
17 Mar 2019, 3:47
Wales Player Ratings - vs Ireland
Wales secured their third Grand Slam under Warren Gatland with a dominant 25-7 defeat of Ireland at the Principality Stadium.
Martyn Thomas
17 Mar 2019, 2:56
'We haven't been catastrophic' - Schmidt assesses Ireland's Six Nations
Joe Schmidt was disappointed Ireland could not retain the Six Nations but does not see great cause for concern.
Ben Spratt
17 Mar 2019, 0:51
The numbers behind Wales' successful Six Nations campaign
After Wales won the Six Nations Grand Slam on Saturday, we used Opta data to review the 2019 campaign.
Ben Spratt
17 Mar 2019, 0:33
Gatland's message for Wales after his final Six Nations campaign
Wales will say goodbye to Warren Gatland later this year and the coach hopes he has instilled lasting values in the team.
Ben Spratt
16 Mar 2019, 21:09
Analysis: How going 'all-in on Finn' saved the Calcutta Cup for Scotland
They settled for a draw against England, but after a 31-point second-half explosion at Twickenham without Hogg or Jones, the case …
Ben Smith
16 Mar 2019, 20:57
Match Highlights: Scotland retain Calcutta Cup after unthinkable 31-point comeback
An astonishing second-half rally saw Scotland retain the Calcutta Cup, but they were denied victory by England at Twickenham.
Ben Spratt
16 Mar 2019, 14:55
Townsend makes shock admission about Scotland's halftime team talk
Scotland's sensational draw with England at Twickenham came as a surprise to most, including head coach Gregor Townsend.
Ben Spratt
16 Mar 2019, 14:14
Eddie Jones rues mental flaws that left England 'seduced by the scoreboard'
Eddie Jones has described England's failure to maintain control in the second half of a match as a recurring theme that is blighti…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 13:40
Scotland Player Ratings - vs England
What a game of rugby.
With the Championship decided the Twickenham crowd initially seemed more concerned with merriment that wh…
Ian Cameron
16 Mar 2019, 13:21
England Player Ratings - vs Scotland
All the England player ratings from a spectacular 38-38 draw at Twickenham, where the hosts gave up six unanswered second half tri…
Alex Shaw
16 Mar 2019, 12:51
'These players will run through a brick wall for you' - Gatland's tribute to champions Wales
Having revelled watching the commitment of his Six Nations-winning players, Warren Gatland can't wait to start Wales' preparations…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 12:35
Match Report - Calcutta Cup descends into utter chaos in Twickenham
England collapsed in spectacular fashion but Scotland were still unable to register their first victory at Twickenham since 1983 a…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 12:14
Warburton hails 'phenomenal effort' as Wales bridge six-year title gap
Wales were waiting since 2013 finish on top the Six Nations and the way they finished the job versus Ireland left former skipper S…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 11:46
'I would like to think that the genuine supporter will still be 100 per cent behind us'
Joe Schmidt admitted Ireland were not good enough for Wales in Cardiff, but he has assured his team's supporters they will peak at…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 11:28
'The tournament is a disappointment. We are disappointed with this tournament'
France may have won against Italy on Saturday, but Jacques Brunel still considered the Six Nations a disappointment.
Ben Spratt
16 Mar 2019, 11:18
'Our set-piece wasn't up to the standards we expect and they came after us'
Wales' fast start made it difficult for Ireland to get into the Six Nations clash in Cardiff, according to Rory Best.
Tom Webber
16 Mar 2019, 11:07
Italy will hurt 'more than ever' after France defeat - O'Shea
As Italy ended the Six Nations without a victory, having squandered big chances against France, Conor O'Shea acknowledged their hu…
Ben Spratt
16 Mar 2019, 11:01
Match Report - Wales crush shambolic Ireland to land Grand Slam
Wales were crowned Six Nations Grand Slam champions as they demolished Ireland 25-7 in Cardiff to claim European rugby's glitterin…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 9:53
Match Report - No romance for Parisse as Italy fall short against France
Italy's losing sequence in the Guinness Six Nations extended to a record 22 matches but France were pushed all the way before prev…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 7:50
Ireland Player Ratings - versus Wales
Having demanded to have the Principality Stadium roof left open, Ireland found themselves left all at sea on a rainy Cardiff after…
Liam Heagney
16 Mar 2019, 7:35
Fofana's Six Nations farewell ruined
Jacques Brunel recalled Wesley Fofana for the trip to Italy but the France centre has been ruled out late on due to injury.
Tom Webber
16 Mar 2019, 6:04
Eddie Jones makes time for one final Scotland taunt
Eddie Jones has taunted Scotland on the eve of Saturday's Calcutta Cup showdown by responding to their failure to win at Twickenha…
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 4:40
Alun Wyn Jones used to collect Rory Best's laundry
Rory Best has tipped rookie lineout caller James Ryan to come of age against the "world's best lock" Alun Wyn Jones in Cardiff.
Online Editors
16 Mar 2019, 4:06
An U20 Six Nations XV - Grand Slam-winning Ireland dominate
Ireland wrapped up their first ever Grand Slam at the U20 Six Nations on Friday evening. We have rounded up the top performers in …
Alex Shaw
16 Mar 2019, 2:17
Wales vs Ireland - Pre-match analysis
Expectations are high that this Six Nations finale for Warren Gatland and Joe Schmidt will be an engrossing, close contest that yo…
Martyn Thomas
15 Mar 2019, 17:17
'You'd be stupid to turn it down' - Why Zach Mercer chose England over Scotland
After representing Scotland at U16 level following a shift north from Leeds as an eight-year-old, England loose forward Zach Merce…
Online Editors
15 Mar 2019, 15:41
Jones relishing Ireland showdown in 'crazy' Cardiff atmosphere
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones is relishing Saturday's crunch Six Nations showdown in Cardiff, which will be played with the roof op…
Peter Thompson
15 Mar 2019, 14:41
Ireland need best performance yet to beat Wales - Best
Ireland must beat Wales to retain hope of keeping their Six Nations crown - and Rory Best believes they will need to step up a gea…
Ben Spratt
15 Mar 2019, 14:41
'These two Kiwis have massively broken the mould,' says Jim Hamilton as he savours their Six Nations finale
Saturday's result in Cardiff will decide who walks away with the historical bragging rights in a New Zealand coaching rivalry that…
Liam Heagney
15 Mar 2019, 10:14
England ready to exorcise Murrayfield demons - Andy Goode
March 16 will have been circled in the calendars of some England players since February 2018 and I just can’t see them losing at…
Andy Goode
15 Mar 2019, 8:25
One England coach is watching Braveheart to help get handle on historic Scottish rivalry
When you're an outsider, sometimes turning to Hollywood is the best way for an England coach to get a handle on the age-old rivalr…
Online Editors
15 Mar 2019, 7:47
The key lessons Ireland have learned from the 2019 Six Nations - Neil Best
Ireland face Wales in their Six Nations finale on Saturday at the Principality Stadium with Joe Schmidt's side still in with a sho…
Neil Best
15 Mar 2019, 7:05
Open Principality Stadium roof provokes furious debate
Ireland’s decision to keep the roof of the Principality Stadium open against Wales tomorrow has been the catalyst of a huge disc…
Josh Raisey
15 Mar 2019, 6:17
The Breakdown: A statistical look at the fifth round of Six Nations matches
The fifth round of fixtures in the 2019 Six Nations sees Wales, Ireland and England vie for the title.
Ben Spratt
15 Mar 2019, 5:54
England vs Scotland - Pre-match analysis
We take a look at where and by whom the Calcutta Cup will be won this weekend, with England chasing the Six Nations title and Scot…
Alex Shaw
15 Mar 2019, 2:39
The Irish player that is striking fear into the hearts of Welsh fans
Joe Schmidt has named a very strong Irish side to travel to Wales this weekend with the hopes of derailing their pursuit of a Gran…
Josh Raisey
14 Mar 2019, 13:36
How a battle with childhood dyslexia helped forge Chris Robshaw's England captaincy
There was a time when Chris Robshaw would be have been driven daft at the prospect of being at an England Test match and not being…
Liam Heagney
14 Mar 2019, 13:06
'At the moment it's quite bleak' - Three player deaths and damaging defeats leave French rugby under a dark cloud
RugbyPass hears how France's poor performances in the 2019 Six Nations have failed to help move the sport on locally from the blea…
Liam Heagney
14 Mar 2019, 12:17
Eddie Jones explains Cokanasiga's surprise omission from England 23
As Eddie Jones prepares his England side to play their last competitive fixture before Rugby World Cup 2019, he spoke to RugbyPass…
Nick Heath
14 Mar 2019, 9:40
Picking a Wales vs Ireland 'Composite XV'
With Wales chasing their first Grand Slam since 2012 in Cardiff this weekend and Ireland bidding to keep alive their slim Six Nati…
Alex Shaw
14 Mar 2019, 8:48
Ireland name team for Wales
With a successful title defence still within their grasp as they travel to Cardiff, Joe Schmidt has tweaked the Ireland team that …
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 7:32
Scotland name team for England
Despite being encouraged by their second-half show in the loss to Wales, Gregor Townsend has made multiple changes to his Scotland…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 6:26
Eddie Jones flings final round grenade at 'tired' Wales
England head coach Eddie Jones found time to fling one final round grenade in the direction of Wales following England's team anno…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 6:02
Italy name team for France
Conor O'Shea has opted to shake things up as Italy try to end a 20-game losing streak in the Six Nations when France visit Rome on…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 5:48
Twitter not altogether surprised that Joe Cokanasiga has been dropped
Twitter is currently a flood with exasperated England fans that cannot believe Eddie Jones’ decision to drop Joe Cokanasiga for …
Josh Raisey
14 Mar 2019, 5:18
Wales name team for Ireland
Warren Gatland has stood by the team that got Wales their win in Scotland by selecting the same side for Saturday's Grand Slam mat…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 5:08
England name team for Scotland
England head coach Eddie Jones has named his team to play Scotland in their last 2019 Guinness Six Nations match at Twickenham Sta…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 3:30
France name team for Italy
Embarrassed when beaten by Ireland in Dublin last Sunday, under-fire France coach Jacques Brunel has wielded the axe and changed s…
Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 2:49
World League up in smoke? Six Nations receive mouth-watering offer
World Rugby's Nations Championship faces its first acid test with reports suggesting that the Six Nations is considering a stagger…
Online Editors
13 Mar 2019, 14:37
'I actually played a couple of games for Sunderland Academy!' - England 10's secret soccer past
Scoring a match-winning penalty at the Gallowgate End last season was a special moment for lifelong Newcastle United fan Toby Floo…
Online Editors
13 Mar 2019, 7:39
Premiership shareholders CVC now angling for a very different tournament stake - reports
Having spent a reported £200million on a 27% stake in the English Premiership, private equity firm CVC are now eyeing a 30% stake…
Online Editors
13 Mar 2019, 2:56
'It wasn't really tunnelgate, it was more push the smallest lad in the team in the back'
George Ford insists England have resolved to do their targeting on the pitch but will still be ready for anything when Scotland vi…
Online Editors
13 Mar 2019, 2:37
Sam Warburton: Gatland changed us
Sam Warburton believes that Warren Gatland has "changed the perception" of Welsh rugby as he prepares for his final Six Nations ga…
Online Editors
13 Mar 2019, 2:19
Jones trims England squad, but makes one key switch at half-back
Eddie Jones, who has beating Scotland firmly in his sights next Saturday, is keeping a squad of 26 with him in camp while he also …
Online Editors
12 Mar 2019, 12:10
Brian O'Driscoll gives withering France assessment and makes bold prediction
Irish legend Brian O’Driscoll has said that Italy will beat France this weekend if they play the way they did against the Irish.
Josh Raisey
12 Mar 2019, 11:28
Ireland's unsettled back row needs Cardiff tweak following latest squad update
Joe Schmidt hasn't been able to select the same back row from game to game in the Six Nations and injury means a selection tweak w…
Online Editors
12 Mar 2019, 9:37
Sexton fires warning to Wales
Ireland superstar Johnny Sexton has pointed to recent big results against New Zealand and England as evidence that they can defeat…
Ben Spratt
12 Mar 2019, 8:51
'Slam is a chance in a lifetime for some of these boys - and that is not lost on anybody'
Assistant coach Robin McBryde reckons Wales will have to beat "arguably the best side in world rugby" to fulfil the chance of a li…
Online Editors
12 Mar 2019, 8:31
Moriarty targets the one big improvement Wales must make this week
Wales got the job done in Edinburgh to keep their Grand Slam bid alive, but Ross Moriarty has his sights set on making a big impro…
Online Editors
12 Mar 2019, 2:50
England defence coach Mitchell starts mind games with Wales
England need a favour from Ireland to keep their Six Nations title hopes alive and defence coach John Mitchell has started playing…
Online Editors
12 Mar 2019, 2:10
The remarkable metre per second speed 6'4, 18 stone Cokanasiga clocked in training
It's been a big weekend for 'Big Joe' Cokanasiga.
His man of the match display against Italy saw former England headcoach Sir …
Ian Cameron
11 Mar 2019, 11:25
The 'jealousy' factor driving Wales in Grand Slam decider
Warren Gatland readily accepts there is "added spice" when Wales play Ireland as he looks to sign off in the Six Nations with a ti…
Online Editors
11 Mar 2019, 11:08
France call up two injury replacements for Six Nations finale
Tommy Seymour, Blair Kinghorn and Stuart Hogg will miss Scotland's final Six Nations match, while France will also be without two …
Christopher Devine
11 Mar 2019, 7:15
Surprise selection in England squad has irked many fans on Twitter
Eddie Jones has announced his 31-man squad to train this week ahead of the final Six Nations match against Scotland, and there is …
Josh Raisey
11 Mar 2019, 5:59
Two added as Scottish back-three ruled out for Twickenham
A tale of two halves for Scotland.
They were blown off the park in the opening 40 minutes, with Wales looking odds on for a con…
Online Editors
11 Mar 2019, 4:20
Itoje leaves England camp as Eddie names 31-man squad
England head coach Eddie Jones has finally accepted that Maro Itoje needs to be allowed to fully recover from the knee injury that…
Chris Jones
11 Mar 2019, 3:03
'Twickenham is nice. You don't get people spitting on you'
Eddie Jones has painful personal memories of last season’s Calcutta Cup disaster and is promising to repay Scotland with a inten…
Chris Jones
11 Mar 2019, 2:35
'There aren't many better places to play in world rugby'
Ireland's bonus-point win over France kept them in the hunt to defend their title in what will be Rory Best's final Six Nations ou…
Russell Greaves
11 Mar 2019, 1:55
Schmidt: I will miss this immensely
Ireland's bonus-point win over France was Joe Schmidt's final home Six Nations game at the helm and he was feeling emotional after…
Russell Greaves
11 Mar 2019, 1:51
Ireland Player Ratings - vs France
Ireland remain mathematically in contention to retain their Six Nations title after a 26-14 four-try bonus point victory over Fran…
Nathaniel Cope
10 Mar 2019, 13:01
Five things we learned from Round 4 of the Six Nations
Wins for Wales, England and Ireland have set up an intriguing final round to the 2019 Guinness Six Nations with Warren Gatland's G…
Online Editors
10 Mar 2019, 11:48
Match Report - Late tries mar Ireland's thumping of hapless France
Ireland rediscovered their 2018 mojo to thump France 26-14 and sustain their slender Guinness Six Nations title hopes.
Online Editors
10 Mar 2019, 10:16
England's Jamie George sends coded warning to Scotland
Defeat to Scotland 12 months ago kick-started England's terrible five-game losing run, but hooker Jamie George believes the Eddie …
Online Editors
10 Mar 2019, 8:56
Brother's arrival from NZ heaped pressure on Parkes
Kiwi Hadleigh Parkes is revelling in the party atmosphere surrounding Wales' attempt to clinch a first Six Nations Grand Slam sinc…
Online Editors
10 Mar 2019, 8:32
Wales Player Ratings - vs Scotland
Wales were made to dig deep as they withstood a second-half onslaught from Scotland at Murrayfield to maintain their Six Nations G…
Martyn Thomas
10 Mar 2019, 3:53
Three England powerhouses that rose from the debris of Italy
England and Eddie Jones came up big against Italy at Twickenham on Saturday, but scratching beneath the surface of the 57-14 victo…
Alex Shaw
10 Mar 2019, 1:05
'That was an incredibly powerful England performance'
England scored eight tries in a rout, but Italy head coach Conor O'Shea said: "I wouldn't get too carried away with the scoreline.…
Peter Thompson
10 Mar 2019, 0:42
'They pulled our pants down badly last year'
Head coach Eddie Jones says England must look after themselves on what will be a tense final weekend of the Six Nations season.
Peter Thompson
09 Mar 2019, 14:34
England Player Ratings - vs Italy
Player ratings for all 23 of England's players in their 57-14 win over Italy at Twickenham on Saturday afternoon, a result which k…
Alex Shaw
09 Mar 2019, 11:07
Match Report - Tuilagi runs rampage as England crush Italy
Manu Tuilagi led the onslaught as England kept up the pressure on Grand Slam-chasing Wales by overwhelming Italy 57-14 at Twickenh…
Online Editors
09 Mar 2019, 10:50
Wales got 'a little bit lucky'
Scotland dominated the second half at Murrayfield and Warren Gatland admitted his Wales side got "a little bit lucky" as they prev…
Christopher Devine
09 Mar 2019, 10:46
Townsend admits to having mixed feelings after loss to Wales
Gregor Townsend was left to reflect on a missed opportunity after Scotland failed to derail Wales' quest for a Grand Slam.
Peter Thompson
09 Mar 2019, 10:38
Guirado denies Sexton is set to be subjected to co-ordinated targeting
Captain Guilhem Guirado insists France will not target Johnny Sexton in Sunday's Guinness Six Nations clash in Dublin.
Hooker G…
Online Editors
09 Mar 2019, 10:07
Match Report - Wales survive Scottish fightback
Wales will be crowned Six Nations Grand Slam champions if they beat Ireland next Saturday after surviving a major scare to beat Sc…
Online Editors
09 Mar 2019, 8:35
Scotland player ratings - vs Wales
A tale of two halves for Scotland.
They were blown off the park in the opening 40 minutes, with Wales looking odds on for a con…
Ian Cameron
09 Mar 2019, 8:21
'It has been in the back of my mind this will be my last home Six Nations game'
It was always felt that the 2019 World Cup in Japan would be the end of the line for Rory Best and the veteran Ireland captain has…
Online Editors
09 Mar 2019, 7:43
Jonny May decribes exactly how he failed his HIA against Wales
England star Jonny May has explained exactly how he managed to fail a HIA against Wales two weekends ago in Cardiff.
Online Editors
09 Mar 2019, 4:59
Pre-match analysis - Ireland vs France
Performing like a moving car with the handbrake on, Ireland's Six Nations title defence has been difficult and there is huge press…
Liam Heagney
09 Mar 2019, 4:27
'He's strong and very, very fast' - May impressed with quiet giant Cokanasiga
Giant England wing Joe Cokanasiga has the world at his feet, according to the player currently viewed as the game's deadliest fini…
Online Editors
09 Mar 2019, 3:45
The Kyle Sinckler anecdote that may change how you view England's so-called 'timebomb'
Italy head coach Conor O'Shea is backing Kyle Sinckler to become a legend of the English game.
Sinckler has been a force of nat…
Online Editors
09 Mar 2019, 3:19
'England will know they should have won. They are a better team than Wales'
Lewis Moody says England will be wounded from a defeat to Wales that he says should never have happened.
Peter Thompson
09 Mar 2019, 0:53
Shots fired in Edinburgh with McInally's 'Scots don't go down at home without a fight' claim
Injuries and lack of form have damaged Scotland's Six Nations campaign, but new skipper Stuart McInally believes there is still a …
Online Editors
08 Mar 2019, 10:11
'We've a job to get on with,' insists Alun Wyn Jones as Wales try to move on from off-field politics
Table-topping Wales have been hampered this week by their regional rugby row, but skipper Alun Wyn Jones insists it's time to move…
Online Editors
08 Mar 2019, 9:17
'Last year's results don't help you win anything this year... it puts a target on you'
Ireland came into 2019 on a high as Grand Slam champions and All Black giant-killers, but their form in February as Six Nations fa…
Online Editors
08 Mar 2019, 8:45
Brown lays out targets after England axe
Losing his England place has struck Mike Brown hard, but the veteran Harlequins player tells RugbyPass how grateful he is that the…
Liam Heagney
08 Mar 2019, 6:39
The Breakdown: A statistical look at the fourth round of Six Nations matches
The fourth round of fixtures in the 2019 Six Nations sees Wales visit Scotland, England take on Italy and Ireland host France.
Nicholas McGee
08 Mar 2019, 6:21
Ireland make 7 changes to team for France clash
Nathaniel Cope
08 Mar 2019, 5:50
Pre-match analysis: Scotland v Wales
When it comes to controversy, farce and an avalanche of statements, Brexit has nothing on Welsh rugby. In the midst of what could …
Jamie Lyall
08 Mar 2019, 3:00
Italy's O'Shea gives his verdict on potential Six Nations format change
Amid increasing calls for the introduction of relegation and promotion in the Six Nations, Italy boss Conor O'Shea has given his r…
Online Editors
08 Mar 2019, 2:08
'It's that whole resilience and ability to get up and go again... the past is eaten bread'
Mike Catt, who lost his job with England after 2015 World Cup failure, has kept a low profile as Italy assistant but he lifts the …
Liam Heagney
07 Mar 2019, 12:27
Ex-England captain believes Tuilagi and Te'o just 'an experiment'
Joe Cokanasiga will be unleashed from the start against Italy at Twickeham and Lewis Moody thinks the wing can make a big impact.
Peter Thompson
07 Mar 2019, 10:53
England vs Italy: Pre-match analysis
Can England regain the momentum they lost in Cardiff or will Italy continue a week of rugby surprises by springing an upset at Twi…
Alex Shaw
07 Mar 2019, 10:22
'They've been saying I'm a scrummager lock not a jumping lock' - Nathan Hughes
Nathan Hughes remains unbeaten in this year’s Guinness 6 Nations having not featured for England in their loss to Wales.
Nick Heath
07 Mar 2019, 10:04
Townsend explains exactly why he has dropped Scotland skipper Greig Laidlaw
Something had to give following Scotland's latest Guinness Six Nations loss and Gregor Townsend has taken the bold gamble of demot…
Online Editors
07 Mar 2019, 9:23
'There's always gossip and chat. It's Welsh rugby at the end of the day'
Wales' build-up to Saturday's Six Nations match in Scotland has been affected by the regional rugby merger row, but Jonathan Davie…
Online Editors
07 Mar 2019, 8:19
Video - Eddie Jones on why now is the time to unleash the Tuilagi-Te'o midfield axis
Eddie Jones explains to RugbyPass in a one-to-one interview on Thursday why he has decided to pair together Manu Tuilagi and Ben T…
Nick Heath
07 Mar 2019, 7:38
Italy name team to take on England
Despite an encouraging round three performance where they led Ireland at the interval in Rome, Conor O'Shea has made three changes…
Online Editors
07 Mar 2019, 6:23
Scotland name team to take on Wales
Beaten by France in Paris in round three, Gregor Townsend has made four changes to his team that will face Grand Slam-chasing Wale…
Online Editors
07 Mar 2019, 5:11
England name team to take on Italy
Eddie Jones has rolled the dice following England's loss to Wales by making five changes to his starting team to face Italy in the…
Online Editors
07 Mar 2019, 2:35
'You see any white shirt being messed around with and you'll often see 15 white shirts there pretty quickly'
Jamie George has issued a warning to Italy that if they come looking for confrontation on Saturday like Georgia did on the trainin…
Online Editors
07 Mar 2019, 2:03
World Rugby wants relegation in Six Nations and Rugby Championship
The Six Nations and Rugby Championship could introduce promotion and relegation as part of planned changes to the international ga…
Jack Davies
06 Mar 2019, 17:40
One starter against Italy axed as Ireland reveal training squad to face the French
Joe Schmidt has belatedly named a 37-strong training squad to face France next Sunday, but even that large a selection has meant d…
Online Editors
06 Mar 2019, 3:06
'Instead of being the hunters, Ireland are the hunted and it's different... not many teams cope with it well'
Ireland were out-of-sorts during February, leaving Steve Hansen pleased that the team which ambushed the All Blacks in November ha…
Online Editors
06 Mar 2019, 1:36
'He's actually very funny' NRL coach praises time spent with Eddie Jones
For Melbourne Storm head coach Craig Bellamy, his latest off-season included a four-day stint inside England's camp during the Nov…
Online Editors
05 Mar 2019, 17:15
'That's Johnny, isn't it? We're a little bit used to it'
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton has come under scrutiny for his on-field behaviour in this year's Six Nations after visible frustra…
Online Editors
05 Mar 2019, 14:41
England name 27-man squad for Italy
England head coach Eddie Jones has retained 27 players to prepare for England’s next Guinness Six Nations match against Italy at…
Online Editors
05 Mar 2019, 10:23
England fans rage over 'reckless' Itoje injury
After being named in the 31-man squad this week for Italy’s visit to Twickenham on Saturday, Maro Itoje has limped out of traini…
Josh Raisey
05 Mar 2019, 7:56
Mixed news on injury front for Ireland
Ireland have delayed naming their extended squad for their Six Nations clash with France as they wait on the fitness of several pl…
Online Editors
05 Mar 2019, 7:11
'Our crowds aren't big enough' - Gatland weighs in on 'Mergergate'
Warren Gatland wants Wales to focus on winning the Six Nations, but says talk of an Ospreys-Scarlets merger has had an impact on p…
Peter Thompson
05 Mar 2019, 7:09
Hastings calls out 'mediocre' Laidlaw and three other Scottish players
Scott Hastings says the onus is on Greig Laidlaw and other senior Scotland players to step up when they lock horns with Wales.
Peter Thompson
05 Mar 2019, 7:01
Scotland lose two for Wales as jinx of non-Scottish based players injured on club duty strikes again
Scotland's bad run of luck when their non-Scottish based players play for their clubs on non-Six Nations weekends has struck again…
Online Editors
05 Mar 2019, 6:32
Ospreys chairman quits over 'catastrophic WRU mismanagement' as regional row escalates
Long-standing Ospreys benefactor Mike James has added a fresh twist to the crisis haunting Welsh regional rugby by resigning as cl…
Online Editors
05 Mar 2019, 6:05
Wales name team for Scotland test
Wales have named their team to face Scotland at Murrayfield as they seek to move another step closer to the Six Nations Grand Slam…
Online Editors
05 Mar 2019, 4:41
Leaked WhatsApp messages from players emerge, as Twitter sparks over 'mental' merger
There's been a furious reaction to the proposed merger of the Ospreys and the Scarlets.
Wales’ Professional Game Board, which…
Nathaniel Cope
05 Mar 2019, 3:18
France name team for Ireland test
France head coach Jacques Brunel has named his team for their Six Nations clash with Ireland.
Online Editors
05 Mar 2019, 1:48
'It was quite difficult to deal with at times and a bit unpredictable'
Leigh Halfpenny is two games into his comeback from concussion. The full-back sustained a head knock after a tackle by Samu Kerevi…
Online Editors
04 Mar 2019, 9:23
The different dimension Cokanasiga offers England and why he should start against Italy
As England prepare to take on Italy at Twickenham and they consider some alternative options within their squad, Joe Cokanasiga co…
Alex Shaw
04 Mar 2019, 8:50
England Squad announcement - Major trio return
British and Irish Lions duo Maro Itoje and Jonathan Joseph, as well as former skipper Chris Robshaw, have been called up by Englan…
Tom Webber
04 Mar 2019, 3:31
'We got embarrassed a little bit, pants pulled down' - Evans plotting revenge
Rob Evans has helped Wales beat England and met Prime Minister Theresa May in the past week - but being "embarrassed" by Scotland …
Online Editors
03 Mar 2019, 4:08
Halfpenny stakes claim for Wales return in impressive showing against Munster
Wales international Leigh Halfpenny featured in the Scarlets' 10-6 win over Munster, while Glasgow Warriors went top of Conference…
Liam Blackburn
02 Mar 2019, 15:47
'The Gray brothers, Gilchrist or Toolis - there's none you would class as hard men'
Jim Telfer talks about the toughest characters in the great Scotland teams of yore as a proud father would beam over his offspring…
Jamie Lyall
02 Mar 2019, 3:41
'Hi, it's David Hasselhoff' - The Hoff's video message backing Welsh Grand Slam
David Hasselhoff has voiced his support for Wales' Grand Slam hopes at the Six Nations ahead of the country's match against Scotla…
Online Editors
02 Mar 2019, 1:56
Six Nations boost for Scotland as Russell given all-clear to play in Top 14
Concussion on club duty in France ruled Finn Russell out of round three Six Nations duty, but he has now overcome that injury and …
Online Editors
01 Mar 2019, 10:33
Ireland give Sexton and Carbery injury updates
Joe Schmidt says Johnny Sexton and Joey Carbery should recover from injuries in time to take on France in Dublin.
Peter Thompson
01 Mar 2019, 9:18
Italian talisman's Twickenham trip in doubt following latest injury update
The 2019 Guinness Six Nations championship was supposed to be Sergio Parisse's European farewell, but concussion has now left the …
Online Editors
01 Mar 2019, 8:08
'No one has ever thought of another captain than him. No way. He's an exemplary guy, our leader... with a huge heart'
Guilhem Guirado's captaincy of France came under scrutiny during their poor start to the 2019 Six Nations, but Gael Fickou insists…
Online Editors
01 Mar 2019, 1:13
So what went wrong for England in Cardiff?
The Rugby Pod dissect Wales' fantastic win over England.
Rugby Pod
28 Feb 2019, 9:28
England and Georgia training ground brawl sparks online debate
After the news emerged recently that the England team were embroiled in a fight with Georgia during a training session, fans have …
Josh Raisey
28 Feb 2019, 8:10
Highland fling gets even better for Kiwi with latest Edinburgh contract extension
Richard Cockerill's busy February has had another positive outcome as Scotland's tighthead becomes the latest to agree an Edinburg…
Online Editors
28 Feb 2019, 4:01
Parra and Lopez are the latest to be sacrificed on Brunel's bloody altar
At the start of the Six Nations, Clermont's Morgan Parra and Camille Lopez were France's first-choice halfbacks. Three games later…
James Harrington
27 Feb 2019, 10:45
'Would I still be playing if I wasn't captain? If I'm being brutally honest the answer might be yes'
Former Wales and British and Irish Lions skipper Sam Warburton has admitted that if it wasn't for his role as captain in both side…
Online Editors
26 Feb 2019, 13:31
Welsh fans in mourning over Hill as debate rages online over his replacement
Injured Wales second-row Cory Hill has done enough to earn him a place in this year’s World Cup despite picking up an ankle inju…
Josh Raisey
26 Feb 2019, 11:52
Autopsy of Irish Rugby's February nightmare
Ireland were on top of the world 14 weeks ago, but their confidence has been dented by three successive poor performances after Jo…
Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2019, 10:35
Wales suffer Grand Slam blow with Cory Hill injury
Cory Hill left Principality Stadium a hero on Saturday after his try put Wales into a lead they never lost, but he will now miss t…
Online Editors
26 Feb 2019, 7:44
What the England pack can expect against Georgia
England are clearly not taking this fallow week in the Six Nations lightly, as they are due to train with the Georgian rugby team …
Josh Raisey
26 Feb 2019, 6:06
Neurologist investigating Finn Russell's weekend availability for Racing
Concussed on club duty on February 17, Finn Russell was a huge loss to Scotland in their defeat to France but Racing are checking …
Online Editors
26 Feb 2019, 2:00
Sinckler and England's ill-discipline costs them dear - Andy Goode
England had the game won in Cardiff on Saturday but ill-discipline cost them once more and Kyle Sinckler was the biggest culprit.
Andy Goode
25 Feb 2019, 17:02
Why it doesn't matter who wins the Six Nations
How they manage their off-season and plan the last moments before the storm is far more important than who takes home Six Nations …
Ben Smith
25 Feb 2019, 15:20
Eddie Jones is threatening to fast-track Maro Itoje's England return
Maro Itoje may return quicker than expected for England after Courtney Lawes was ruled out of the rest of the Six Nations.
Nicholas McGee
25 Feb 2019, 4:43
No need to rush Itoje back - a six-point manifesto for calling up 6'5, 128kg U20s star Kpoku
If there is any doubt of Maro Itoje's fitness in the build up to England's game against Italy, it is a risk not worth taking in a …
Alex Shaw
25 Feb 2019, 4:09
'I think that's unfair' - Gatland's England jibe rankles George
Jamie George has delivered a robust rebuttal to Warren Gatland’s claim that England are chokers in the wake of Saturday’s defe…
Online Editors
25 Feb 2019, 2:48
Schmidt hints at why Sexton really left the field so angry in Rome
Joe Schmidt has admitted Johnny Sexton and Conor Murray are angry and grumpy with their personal Guinness Six Nations form for Ire…
Online Editors
25 Feb 2019, 1:49
Will the real Owen Farrell please stand up
England’s execution of their own kick game imploded with Owen Farrell’s shrinking act in Cardiff. It was, upon review, one of …
Ben Smith
24 Feb 2019, 16:10
'The hard part is it's an unbelievable toll we took out there, in terms of physicality and mentally'
Conor O'Shea says Italy are making progress and there is a belief in the camp that they can turn the corner despite defeat to Irel…
Peter Thompson
24 Feb 2019, 11:54
Schmidt: Ireland go home with win but not the 'performance'
Ireland claimed maximum points in Rome, but they did not resemble Six Nations champions as Italy gave them a scare.
Peter Thompson
24 Feb 2019, 11:46
Ireland player ratings - versus Italy
Ireland have battered Italy in recent meetings, but events in Rome shattered that trend and left Joe Schmidt with much to ponder i…
Liam Heagney
24 Feb 2019, 10:10
Match Report - Error ridden Ireland struggle past Italy in Rome
Stuttering Ireland tiptoed out of Rome with an unconvincing 26-16 Guinness Six Nations victory, claiming the four-try bonus point …
Online Editors
24 Feb 2019, 9:07
'We're disconsolate, disillusioned, disappointed after a defeat... but don't do this job if it's not hurting'
Conor O'Shea and Joe Schmidt are Test coaches with a friendly rivalry that highlights the vastly different resources Italy and Ire…
Liam Heagney
24 Feb 2019, 3:22
Video - 'They didn't put us under any pressure' - Warren Gatland's full post-England press conference
Warren Gatland hailed his "special" Wales players after they claimed a record 12th consecutive win at the expense of England.
Peter Thompson
24 Feb 2019, 2:45
Video - Eddie Jones and Owen Farrell's full post-Wales defeat press conference
England's defeat to Wales in the Six Nations was decided by "small margins" and their ill-discipline proved costly, says Eddie Jon…
Peter Hanson
24 Feb 2019, 2:39
England's tactical flexibility a myth or was Cardiff a one-off?
After tailormade tactics to expose Ireland and France, have Wales exposed England's as a one trick pony? Or is there more to come …
Alex Shaw
24 Feb 2019, 2:15
The 206-second attack that has turned Geography Six outcast Cory Hill into a household name
Cory Hill has had the last laugh at those who ridiculed him on the 2017 Lions, rounding off the ultimate Wales team try that featu…
Liam Heagney
24 Feb 2019, 1:37
'I didn't know Warren had a degree in clinical psychology'
England head coach Eddie Jones has defended his decision to substitute prop Kyle Sinckler after Wales coach Warren Gatland labeled…
Online Editors
23 Feb 2019, 20:46
Dan Biggar has reached the pinnacle after fans praise him with 'deity' status
The legend of Dan Biggar continues to grow after another heroic cameo off the bench was influential in Wales' 21-13 comeback win o…
Online Editors
23 Feb 2019, 13:28
Wales player ratings - vs England
Another Six Nations comeback helped Wales beat England 21-13 at the Principality Stadium to secure a national record 12th successi…
Martyn Thomas
23 Feb 2019, 13:19
Gatland lobs post-match grenade at Eddie's England
Wales boss Warren Gatland questioned England’s ability to win the games that matter after his team posted a stunning 21-13 victo…
Online Editors
23 Feb 2019, 12:58
Match Highlights: Record-breaking Wales fight back to beat England
Wales came from 10-3 down at half-time to claim a record 12th consecutive victory and go top of the Six Nations table.
Peter Thompson
23 Feb 2019, 12:38
Match Highlights: France take retribution on undermanned Scotland
After an embarrassing loss to England at Twickenham a fortnight ago, France secured a 27-10 bonus-point win over Scotland in Rou…
Online Editors
23 Feb 2019, 12:33
England Player Ratings - vs Wales
Player ratings for all 23 of England's players from their
Alex Shaw
23 Feb 2019, 11:12
Match Report - Wales upset English juggernaut in Cardiff
Warren Gatland celebrated his final Guinness Six Nations match against England with a dramatic 21-13 victory in Cardiff that conti…
Online Editors
23 Feb 2019, 10:58
Kyle Sinckler's controversial 54th minute non-barge splits Twitter
Wales headcoach Warren Gatland nearly got his Kyle Sinckler 'timebomb' moment.
Online Editors
23 Feb 2019, 10:30
Scotland player ratings - versus France
Scotland came into their third match of the Six Nations believing they could cash in on France's 2019 chaos, but their inability t…
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2019, 9:11
Match Report - France too much for Scotland in Paris
Scotland’s Guinness Six Nations campaign has been reduced to an exercise in damage limitation after failing to end their two-dec…
Online Editors
23 Feb 2019, 8:31
Wales vs England - Live Match Centre
Follow the below link to the RugbyPass Live Match Centre for moment by moment coverage of today’s massive game between Wales vs …
Online Editors
23 Feb 2019, 6:33
Pre-match analysis - Italy vs Ireland
Changes to Ireland's pack has given Italy a sniff of a competitive start, but the routine in these fixtures is for Schmidt's charg…
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2019, 4:58
Farrell: England ready for any stunts designed to unsettle
Visits to Cardiff have traditionally tested English composure, but Owen Farrell is confident he can capably deal with any curvebal…
Online Editors
23 Feb 2019, 1:54
Forty-nine players, six debutants, 301 points, 31 tries and 109 years - standing on the edge of history
Beating England and setting a record for a dozen wins on the bounce is imperative if the work of Warren Gatland these past 12 mont…
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2019, 1:21
Pre-match analysis: France vs Scotland
Recently, the pilloried French coach Jacques Brunel has given the impression of a child at the controls of a fighter jet – pushi…
Jamie Lyall
22 Feb 2019, 7:44
England's staunch defence of 'on the edge' Sinckler after Gatland's 'timebomb' sledging
England have reacted to Warren Gatland’s claim that Kyle Sinckler is a “timebomb” by wishing Wales luck if they attempt to e…
Online Editors
22 Feb 2019, 7:15
Ireland make 4 changes for Italy test
Ireland have resisted the opportunity to make a raft of changes by naming a strong side to face Italy in the Guinness Six Nations.
Nathaniel Cope
22 Feb 2019, 5:54
Italy make 5 changes for Ireland match
Conor O'Shea has announced his team to face Ireland in the Guinness Six Nations in Rom on Sunday.
The Italy head coach has made…
Online Editors
22 Feb 2019, 5:24
Video: 'You don't need to be motivated too much for this one'
George Kruis will earn his thirtieth cap for England as he faces Wales for a fourth time in the Guinness 6 Nations, a game he's ve…
Nick Heath
22 Feb 2019, 4:48
Wales vs England: Five player-vs-player subplots
A preview of the highly-anticipated match between Wales and England at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, with both teams gunnin…
Alex Shaw
22 Feb 2019, 4:29
Gatland's selection calls for England game spark Twitter debate
After Warren Gatland announced his Wales team to face England this weekend, there has been a backlash from the fans over some play…
Josh Raisey
22 Feb 2019, 3:28
Gatland takes swipe at 'emotional time-bomb' Sinckler
Wales head coach Warren Gatland has ramped up the tension ahead of the Six Nations match with England with his assessment of prop …
Online Editors
22 Feb 2019, 2:42
'On his deathbed his words were: Get your f***ing arse on the plane because I want to see you playing against Scotland'
Dean Budd shed tears at Murrayfield when playing for Italy at the start of the 2019 Six Nations as it was the same day as his step…
Liam Heagney
21 Feb 2019, 11:17
Jones steps the trolling up a notch two days out from Cardiff
Eddie Jones is enjoying the mind games as England prepare to ruin Warren Gatland's farewell Six Nations campaign in charge of Wale…
Online Editors
21 Feb 2019, 9:11
England's travel plan branded 'a significant mistake'
England are only travelling by bus to Cardiff on Friday afternoon, a schedule Wales coach Warren Gatland has branded as a major er…
Online Editors
21 Feb 2019, 8:05
Pre-match analysis - Wales vs England
England head to Cardiff on Saturday sitting pretty at the top of the Six Nations table and with momentum on their side.
An imp…
Martyn Thomas
21 Feb 2019, 7:06
'For a prop, he's got enormous acceleration, he's got power. He used to play No.8 and wing'
As Saturday afternoon in Cardiff approaches, Eddie Jones has admitted he is “massively excited” as the only two unbeaten sides…
Nick Heath
21 Feb 2019, 5:28
England reveal their team to face Wales on Saturday
Top of the Six Nations table after impressive wins over Ireland and France, Eddie Jones has chosen his England team to face a Wale…
Online Editors
21 Feb 2019, 2:36
Ex-Ireland coach spends day watching England get ready to take on Wales
Footballer John Terry wasn't the only high profile visitor to England rugby training this week as Eddie Jones also invited along I…
Liam Heagney
21 Feb 2019, 0:23
'Love works better than hate... there is a lot of love for people in Wales'
Battle lines are clear for Saturday's seismic Six Nations clash in Cardiff but one England player will line out mindful of the kin…
Online Editors
20 Feb 2019, 23:22
Win or lose, France need to commit to this trio moving forward
Win or lose on Saturday, France need to show faith in this young trio and build their squad around them moving forward, or else th…
Alex Shaw
20 Feb 2019, 9:52
'There is a fine line between what is fair and isn't... Johnny isn't going to change his ways'
A confrontational playing style has got the world player of the year into trouble in the 2019 Six Nations, but Ireland can't see J…
Online Editors
20 Feb 2019, 8:54
Scotland's Josh Strauss left red-faced after airport bungle
Scotland have gained special clearance from French authorities to let No8 Josh Strauss take on Les Bleus in Paris on Saturday afte…
Chris Jones
20 Feb 2019, 5:32
'World's deadliest winger' is likened to Forrest Gump
The 2019 Six Nations leading try scorer has scored a dozen tries in his last 12 Test matches to earn some strange praise from his …
Online Editors
20 Feb 2019, 1:09
Outlandish French campaign's latest twist involves the captaincy... again
France's 2019 Six Nations campaign has been full of bizarre twists and turns, the latest taking place behind closed doors at their…
Online Editors
20 Feb 2019, 0:56
The short kicking game versus rush defence
So, in light of this and in the spirit of honesty, I’ll admit something distasteful... the Six Nations is a better competition t…
Chips Blanch
19 Feb 2019, 21:03
England name 25-man squad for Wales test
England head coach Eddie Jones has named a 25-man squad for Wales test, cutting eight players from his initial 33-man squad.
Online Editors
19 Feb 2019, 10:52
Schmidt gets lock disciplinary hearing boost
Second row has been a position of difficulty for Ireland so far in this year's Six Nations, but they have finally caught a break a…
Online Editors
19 Feb 2019, 10:09
Tearful O'Brien still wants Ireland call as a Premiership player
Sean O'Brien wants the IRFU to bend their Test selection rules after admitting he was in tears when deciding to quit Leinster for …
Online Editors
19 Feb 2019, 9:12
'There is no way that we would put somebody in a position that he is not comfortable with'
Leigh Halfpenny and Dan Biggar are both in training with Wales ahead of Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations showdown against England…
Online Editors
19 Feb 2019, 7:57
Itoje ruled out of Wales game
Maro Itoje has been ruled out of England's Guinness Six Nations match with Wales.
He's failed to recover after injuring medial …
Online Editors
19 Feb 2019, 7:38
Brunel gets on defensive as he explains why Parra and Lopez are dropped
Head coach Jacques Brunel has given his reasons for omitting Morgan Parra and Camille Lopez's from France's Six Nations squad.
Harry West
19 Feb 2019, 5:55
Ireland name 34-man squad for Italy match
The Ireland coaching group have named a squad of 34 players for Round 3 of the 2019 Guinness Six Nations Championship. Ireland pla…
Online Editors
19 Feb 2019, 5:21
Scotland suffer Russell blow ahead of France clash
Scotland outhalf Finn Russell has been ruled out of this Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations Test against France in Paris with a hea…
Online Editors
19 Feb 2019, 3:10
France make multiple changes to team for Scotland game
France have made four changes to the side that were thrashed 44-8 by England for their upcoming Guinness Six Nations match with Sc…
Online Editors
19 Feb 2019, 2:33
Mitchell reveals why he's got a long-standing rivalry with Gatland
John Mitchell recalls the time his intense club rivalry with Warren Gatland would force him to leave the house he shared with the …
Online Editors
19 Feb 2019, 1:41
Russell scare escalates as new flyhalf among six players added to squad
Star flyhalf Finn Russell might not be out of the woods yet following his injury scare, with flyhalf Duncan Weir among six players…
Ian Cameron
18 Feb 2019, 4:47
Ashton calf injury leaves England with a decision to make on the wing
With Chris Ashton ruled out through injury, England will be forced to make another change to their back three for the test against…
Alex Shaw
18 Feb 2019, 1:24
Finn Russell is Scotland's latest injury scare as good news emerges on Hogg prognosis
Finn Russell's failure to return from a head injury assessment for the second-half of Racing's Top 14 match with Toulouse has give…
Online Editors
17 Feb 2019, 9:15
Selecting a Wales-23 to harry, frustrate and eventually beat England
Wales stand on the verge of history as they welcome England to Cardiff next weekend, yet despite stretching their winning run to 1…
Martyn Thomas
17 Feb 2019, 4:13
'I didn't just smack him on the head' - Sinckler breaks silence on Iturria incident
Kyle Sinckler insists his combustible reputation is undeserved but has vowed to continue bringing a combative edge to England’s …
Online Editors
17 Feb 2019, 1:49
Expat Six Nations players bear the brunt as clubs called the shots this weekend
Six Nations had a down weekend but there was no rest for most of the Scottish, Welsh and Italian players who earn their club salar…
Liam Heagney
17 Feb 2019, 1:30
Dan Biggar limps off for Saints to give Gatland a Six Nations headache
Warren Gatland couldn't rest all his Wales players this weekend as he had no control over those contracted to Premiership clubs - …
Online Editors
16 Feb 2019, 9:14
Former French flanker has theory on France's increasingly bizarre selection policy
Former captain Serge Betsen admits he has already ripped up his wish-list for France in this season’s Six Nations following loss…
Chris Jones
16 Feb 2019, 3:05
'He digs the coal, gets it up, other people manufacture it and then we have a burning fire'
Ben Moon has pledged to keep digging the coal to aid England’s Guinness Six Nations title bid.
Moon is competing with Ellis G…
Online Editors
16 Feb 2019, 1:29
Chris Farrell's tweaked knee is Ireland's latest midfield headache
Chris Farrell became the third injury to hit Ireland's Six Nations midfield this month when he limped out of Munster's PRO14 win i…
Online Editors
15 Feb 2019, 13:54
Fully-trained Sexton available for Ireland after shrugging off latest injury
Andy Farrell has reported that Johnny Sexton has returned to full Ireland training following his early Murrayfield exit and is ava…
Online Editors
15 Feb 2019, 9:06
'Replacing Joe Schmidt is my biggest career challenge' - Andy Farrell
Andy Farrell has broken a three-month silence on his Ireland promotion, telling media in Dublin that succeeding Joe Schmidt after …
Online Editors
15 Feb 2019, 8:40
Genge 'fully at it' as England assistant gives verdict on Vunipola replacement options
Ellis Genge took a full part in England training on Friday to ease fears over his availability for the Guinness Six Nations title …
Online Editors
15 Feb 2019, 7:15
"This is a consequence of 15 years of no vision" - Philippe Saint-Andre on France's national woes
France legend Philippe Saint-André spoke to The Rugby Pod this week on the issues that have plagued French rugby.
Rugby Pod
15 Feb 2019, 5:37
Ireland get injury boost with return of key back
Ireland have received another injury boost ahead of their Six Nations match with Italy, with Kieran Marmion in line for his comeba…
Online Editors
15 Feb 2019, 5:04
WRU issue statement after Halfpenny left out of Scarlets side
Leigh Halfpenny won't get a chance to prove his match fitness ahead of the Guinness Six Nations game with England after being left…
Online Editors
15 Feb 2019, 4:16
Encouraging footage of Itoje training after injury
When Maro Itoje limped off the Aviva Stadium pitch in the first round of the Six Nations, many England fans feared that it was the…
Josh Raisey
15 Feb 2019, 3:25
'I'm sure there's a lot of anger that will be thrown out between now and the game'
Eddie Jones sought to dismiss Wales' strong record in Cardiff ahead of England's Six Nations visit, but Neil Jenkins is not worrie…
Ben Spratt
15 Feb 2019, 2:45
'Mum's tears had dried up by the end I think! I thought I was just sweating'
Tom Curry’s mum was reduced to tears when confronted by the sight of her son gushing blood from a wound on his forehead in Engla…
Online Editors
15 Feb 2019, 1:33
Ellis Genge withdrawn from England training
England are assessing the fitness of Ellis Genge as they ramp up preparations for their Guinness Six Nations title clash with Wale…
Online Editors
14 Feb 2019, 8:56
'I wasn't aware. I knew there was something going on'
Chris Harris didn't know until RugbyPass told him that Huw Jones has been ruled out of the rest of the Six Nations, opening up a m…
Liam Heagney
14 Feb 2019, 8:06
Huw Jones out of Six Nations, but Hogg's prognosis unclear
It appears that Huw Jones will take no further part in the Six Nations.
The SRU issued a release stating: "Scotland centre Huw…
Online Editors
14 Feb 2019, 4:56
Schmidt gets unexpected Six Nations injury boost with early return of Irish forward
Ireland's depleted stock of locks has received a timely Six Nations lift as Iain Henderson is a surprise inclusion in the Ulster t…
Online Editors
14 Feb 2019, 4:52
'It's the system' - Bernard Laporte comes to the defence of the man he appointed
Bernard Laporte has given under-fire Jacques Brunel a vote of confidence as France coach on the same day the FFR is defending itse…
Online Editors
14 Feb 2019, 3:41
Austin Healey's extreme sledging 'mentally broke' Shane Williams
Shane Williams insists the Guinness Six Nations title clash between Wales and England will be played out against a chorus of “ex…
Online Editors
13 Feb 2019, 9:51
Scott Williams has been released by Wales
The Wales camp have released Scott Williams from the camp and his participation in the Six Nations appears to have come to an end.…
Online Editors
13 Feb 2019, 7:30
'Well it's news to me that he's out for the Six Nations' - Townsend reacts to Hogg reports
Scotland coach Gregor Townsend is keeping his fingers crossed for good news as Stuart Hogg prepares to see a specialist about his …
Online Editors
13 Feb 2019, 6:44
Hogg to miss Six Nations, with question marks over World Cup participation - reports
Scotland star Stuart Hogg is set to miss the rest of the Six Nations - and what's more - could be in race against time to make the…
Online Editors
13 Feb 2019, 4:48
England name 25 man squad for 6 Nations off week
England head coach Eddie Jones has recalled 25 players for a three-day training camp in central London beginning today.
Online Editors
13 Feb 2019, 2:46
Steady Eddie's evolution has England back on course - Andy Goode
It may be just two wins in the Six Nations but the last fortnight has shown Eddie Jones has learned from his mistakes in 2018 and …
Andy Goode
12 Feb 2019, 21:47
Report: England star Tuilagi visits Top 14 training facility as transfer rumours ramp up
Rumours of a high-profile switch from the Premiership to the Top 14 for one of England's key players are rife among French media.
Online Editors
12 Feb 2019, 14:59
France should do 'whatever it takes' to sign Joe Schmidt
A former England and British and Irish Lions star believes the key to turning around the fortunes of the French national side is t…
Online Editors
12 Feb 2019, 13:55
England fans devastated by Mako Vunipola injury
After the news emerged that Mako Vunipola has been ruled out of the rest of the Six Nations with an ankle injury, England fans flo…
Josh Raisey
12 Feb 2019, 8:04
Mako Vunipola out of Six Nations
England have released an update on prop Mako Vunipola after he went off injured during England's impressive 44-8 win over France.
Online Editors
12 Feb 2019, 7:20
Italy call up ex-England U20 captain to squad for Ireland test
Italy head coach Conor O'Shea has announced his 33-man squad to prepare for their Guinness Six Nations match with Ireland and it i…
Online Editors
12 Feb 2019, 6:54
Wales and Bath back row Faletau faces further injury setback
There has been another setback in Taulupe Faletau's injury-riddled time with Bath. He is not likely to be adding to his lone appea…
Alex Shaw
12 Feb 2019, 6:42
Wales given major Halfpenny boost ahead of England game
Wales have been given a major lift before their crunch Guinness Six Nations clash with England with the news that Leigh Halfpenny …
Online Editors
12 Feb 2019, 3:37
Youngs tries to pinpoint the reasons behind England's improvement
Ben Youngs claims England have produced the greatest rugby of the Eddie Jones era in sweeping aside Ireland and France.
Online Editors
12 Feb 2019, 2:52
Analysis: What Wales can learn from the All Blacks in order to beat England
Wales in Cardiff could be the only thing standing between England and a Grand Slam. Scotland, despite having beaten England last y…
Ben Smith
12 Feb 2019, 0:00
'He scared me' - John Mitchell's influence as England defence coach
John Mitchell's quest to make England the most "ferocious defensive unit" on the planet is not going unnoticed by a former World C…
Online Editors
11 Feb 2019, 18:57
France in disarray as players suggest taking matters into their own hands
France's dismal Six Nations campaign looks set to go from bad to worse as leading players from within the squad hint at seizing po…
Online Editors
11 Feb 2019, 14:12
The Eddie Jones substitution decision that left many England fans scratching their heads
It was a very impressive win for England against France on Sunday at Twickenham, a game that was over before half time in truth.
Josh Raisey
11 Feb 2019, 11:57
Rating assistant coaches - early-term Six Nations report cards
Eddie Jones' revamped backroom staff has its fingerprints all over the 2019 Six Nations, attack coach Scott Wisemantel and defence…
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2019, 11:08
Farrell is a rugby 'genius' and maybe 'the best player in the world'
Jamie George considers Owen Farrell to be possibly the best player in the world after his latest masterclass.
Peter Thompson
11 Feb 2019, 7:11
Andy Goode mercilessly goads French fans online as 'Le Crunch' unfolds
Former England fly-half Andy Goode took England’s demolition of France at Twickenham on Sunday as the perfect opportunity to tak…
Josh Raisey
11 Feb 2019, 6:18
Nigel Owens' questionable handling of the Sinckler incident wasn't the only example of ref inconsistency this weekend
Inconsistency between different referees is the bane of coaches – and supporters – rugby lives.
But with human beings rathe…
Paul Smith
11 Feb 2019, 5:09
After one win and one loss, where are England U20s at in their bid for success?
A round-up of where the England U20s are at after suffering a disheartening opening day loss to Ireland, before bouncing back with…
Alex Shaw
11 Feb 2019, 3:55
Ryan Wilson ruled out of the Six Nations, with major concerns for star duo
Scotland have been hit by a triple whammy of injuries following the Ireland match on Saturday.
Online Editors
11 Feb 2019, 3:04
Eddie Jones praises 'greatest ever' Wales side
England may be top of the Six Nations table after two bonus-point wins, but Eddie Jones is wary of a Wales team that has won 11 st…
Liam Blackburn
10 Feb 2019, 12:55
Mitchell's 'clutch' defence key to English war machine
Whilst eyes were turned by England's clinical and flashy offensive performance at Twickenham, it's the defensive developments whic…
Alex Shaw
10 Feb 2019, 12:16
Guirado admits France couldn't live with England's kick chase game
Guilhem Guirado admitted France had no answer to England in the first half as Eddie Jones' side routed Les Bleus 44-8 at Twickenha…
Liam Blackburn
10 Feb 2019, 12:11
'It's just the brand of rugby we want to play, we want to put teams under pressure'
A hat-trick from Jonny May helped England to a second bonus-point victory in the Six Nations as France were thrashed 44-8 at Twick…
Liam Blackburn
10 Feb 2019, 12:07
The mixed online response to Kyle Sinckler's 'Le Crunch' antics
Fiery England prop Kyle Sinckler has been in the wars again - drawing some criticism online for his antics during England's second…
Online Editors
10 Feb 2019, 10:24
Match Report - France get 'Le Crunched' by England
Jonny May plundered a hat-trick of tries as England continued their rampaging start to the Guinness Six Nations by overwhelming Fr…
Online Editors
10 Feb 2019, 9:21
England player ratings - vs France
England player ratings from an emphatic 44-8 victory over France at Twickenham, where the home side dominated this year's 'Le Crun…
Alex Shaw
10 Feb 2019, 9:06
England's Tom Curry forced off the field in a bloody mess
England backrow Tom Curry was on the receiving end of one of the bloodiest facial injuries seen in International rugby union for s…
Ian Cameron
10 Feb 2019, 8:27
'I have to fly back to France instead of staying in camp' - Russell
Finn Russell insists Scotland will come out fighting against France as they look to get their Guinness Six Nations campaign back o…
Online Editors
10 Feb 2019, 5:57
England vs France - Live Match Centre
Follow the below link to the RugbyPass Live Match Centre for moment by moment coverage of today's massive game between England and…
Online Editors
10 Feb 2019, 5:38
Watch - Peter O'Mahony throws away his own boot during match
Down through the years, there's been plenty of occasions on the professional rugby pitch where player's have resorted to throwing …
Online Editors
10 Feb 2019, 2:57
Five talking points ahead of Le Crunch
England were magnificent as they opened World Cup year with a 32-20 demolition of Ireland at the Aviva Stadium.
Next up in thei…
Online Editors
10 Feb 2019, 2:24
England's less than subtle message to Nigel Owens
England have urged officials to prevent scheming France deliberately slowing the tempo of Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations clash at…
Online Editors
10 Feb 2019, 1:27
Analysis: What went wrong for Scotland? The failings of a lateral attack
With multiple possessions inside the five in the first half, Scotland could not crack Ireland’s code as wave after wave of attac…
Ben Smith
09 Feb 2019, 21:38
'It could be embarrassing' - Gatland warns side ahead of England encounter
Wales coach Warren Gatland has warned his side that things could get "embarrassing" when they meet England in two weeks time if t…
Online Editors
09 Feb 2019, 18:57
'That's my fault' - Townsend takes the blame for Scotland's defeat to Ireland
Scotland were beaten by Ireland at Murrayfield in the Six Nations on Saturday and head coach Gregor Townsend felt he was to blame.
Harry West
09 Feb 2019, 15:28
'It's going to be a tasty one' - Wales captain Davies ready to put streak on the line against England
Wales made it two from two in the 2019 Six Nations but captain Jonathan Davies was not wholly satisfied with their display against…
Harry West
09 Feb 2019, 14:34
Wales player ratings - versus Italy
It might not have been pretty and the expected bonus-point assault did not materialise in Rome, but ultimately Wales got the job d…
Martyn Thomas
09 Feb 2019, 12:13
Scotland player ratings - versus Ireland
Scotland defended manfully for long periods of their round two Six Nations match but they didn't have enough creativity to unlock …
Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2019, 11:05
Match Report - Wales labour to record-equalling win over stubborn Italy
Wales equalled the longest unbeaten run in their 138-year Test match history as they defeated dogged Guinness Six Nations opponent…
Online Editors
09 Feb 2019, 10:53
'It was tough mentally in the build-up - we are very, very grateful to win'
Tries from Conor Murray, Jacob Stockdale and Keith Earls saw Ireland victorious at Scotland, giving Rory Best encouragement.
Ben Spratt
09 Feb 2019, 10:48
Schmidt clarifies what happened to Sexton - who's doing 'quite well'
Joe Schmidt hopes Johnny Sexton will shake off a head injury in time for Ireland’s Guinness Six Nations trip to Italy.
Britis…
Online Editors
09 Feb 2019, 10:45
Laidlaw's postmatch comments about Romain Poite suggest he's not Scotland's favourite ref
Captain Greig Laidlaw felt French official Romain Poite did not do Scotland any favours in the loss to Ireland.
Peter Thompson
09 Feb 2019, 10:27
Ireland player ratings - versus Scotland
Ireland bounced back from last weekend's opening defeat to England with a nine-point win over Scotland in Edinburgh. Peter O'Mahon…
Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2019, 9:59
Sexton failed HIA after 'stamp on the head' claims Schmidt
Ireland coach Joe Schmidt says star flyhalf Jonny Sexton was forced off after he failed a HIA.
Online Editors
09 Feb 2019, 8:48
Match Report - Ireland back on track in Murrayfield
Joey Carbery steered Ireland to a redemptive but patchy 22-13 Guinness Six Nations victory over Scotland, as Joe Schmidt’s men e…
Online Editors
09 Feb 2019, 8:23
Austin Healey calls out 'off-the-ball' hit that ended Stuart Hogg's game
Austin Healey has called out an off the ball hit that ended Scotland fullback Stuart Hogg's match against Ireland in Murrayfield t…
Ian Cameron
09 Feb 2019, 6:58
'They got absolutely slaughtered in the press and the word is they are going to get smashed'
World Cup winner Iain Balshaw felt France were guilty of complacency as they let a 16-0 lead slip to lose against Wales.
Peter Thompson
09 Feb 2019, 6:13
Ashton admits it took him two years 'to feel comfortable' in a sport he'd never even watched
England winger Chris Ashton has admitted it took him two years to feel comfortable in rugby union, having had little to no idea ab…
Online Editors
09 Feb 2019, 4:54
Best lays down gauntlet to Ryan and Roux following 'massive' loss of Toner 'intellectual property'
Rory Best has admitted losing Devin Toner to an ankle injury for the rest of the Guinness Six Nations is a “massive” blow to I…
Online Editors
09 Feb 2019, 4:04
Eddie Jones' promise to England fans
Many fans and pundits are calling England’s victory against Ireland in Dublin last weekend their greatest victory under Eddie Jo…
Josh Raisey
09 Feb 2019, 3:10
England's main enemy in Le Crunch - Andy Goode
A week is a long time in sport but England just need to guard against complacency in order to avoid undoing their good work in Dub…
Andy Goode
09 Feb 2019, 2:08
Six years after they first met, Twitter can't wait for Tuilagi vs Bastareaud round 2
This Sunday’s ‘Le Crunch’ showdown offers to be a very enticing affair as France hope to bounce back from their opening roun…
Josh Raisey
09 Feb 2019, 0:08
Ireland reeling after 'massive' Toner injury blow
Rory Best has admitted losing Devin Toner to an ankle injury for the rest of the Guinness Six Nations is a “massive” blow to I…
Online Editors
08 Feb 2019, 8:26
What Wales need to do to make it 11 wins in a row - Jonathan Davies
Wales captain Jonathan Davies has outlined what the team need to do to ensure their 11th win in a row in all competitions.
Online Editors
08 Feb 2019, 7:54
England fans question Ashton's selection ahead of Nowell
After such an impressive performance last weekend, England have made very few changes to the team that will face France this Sunda…
Josh Raisey
08 Feb 2019, 7:23
Pre-match analysis - Scotland v Ireland
Scotland will be looking to register back-to-back wins when they face Ireland, while the current Six Nations champions are attempt…
Jamie Lyall
08 Feb 2019, 5:54
Jones explains why he's dropped 'outstanding' Nowell
England have sprung a surprise by naming Chris Ashton in place of Jack Nowell for Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations clash with Franc…
Online Editors
08 Feb 2019, 4:48
From a ferry jump to injuries and his 'second opportunity', Tuilagi reveals keys to comeback
Manu Tuilagi has resolved to embrace the rebirth of his international career as he recalled the headline-grabbing aftermath of his…
Online Editors
08 Feb 2019, 4:01
Pre-match analysis - England vs France
A pre-match analysis of Sunday's England vs France game at Twickenham, with a look at the coaches, players and the key contests be…
Alex Shaw
08 Feb 2019, 3:43
The Breakdown: A statistical look at the second round of Six Nations matches
Scotland can expect an Ireland backlash at Murrayfield, while England and Wales head into round two on a high after making winning…
Peter Thompson
08 Feb 2019, 3:35
England name team to take on France
England men’s head coach Eddie Jones has named his team to face France in their second Guinness Six Nations match on Sunday 10 F…
Online Editors
08 Feb 2019, 2:31
France make six changes for England test
France have made six changes to the side which lost 24-19 home to Wales for Sunday's Guinness Six Nations match with England at Tw…
Online Editors
08 Feb 2019, 1:30
'I don't want that to ever happen again' - Lessons learned from England defeat for Stockdale
Jacob Stockdale has swatted away assertions that Ireland is the world's best team as he prepares for his side's Six Nations clash …
Online Editors
07 Feb 2019, 17:51
Schmidt to unleash 'massively motivated' Farrell against Scotland
Injuries to Garry Ringrose and Robbie Henshaw will allow Chris Farrell to return to the Ireland XV this weekend.
Ben Spratt
07 Feb 2019, 12:19
Schmidt takes swipe at pundits after criticism of Ireland tactics
A host of pundits accused Ireland of lacking a Plan B in the wake of last weekend’s 32-20 physical battering at the hands of Eng…
Online Editors
07 Feb 2019, 8:44
From the fringes to centre stage, the South African import now crucial to Ireland's Six Nations
One of five changes in the Ireland team to face Scotland on Saturday, South African Quinn Roux has it all to do to impress on his …
Liam Heagney
07 Feb 2019, 8:04
O'Shea makes two changes to Italy team to face Wales
Conor O'Shea has made made just two changes to his side in the hope that selection consistency can help Italy overcome a much-chan…
Online Editors
07 Feb 2019, 6:57
Gatland explains why he's made 10 changes to Wales team
Wales head coach Warren Gatland has made 10 changes and one positional switch for Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations clash against …
Online Editors
07 Feb 2019, 6:52
Henshaw misses out as Ireland team named for Scotland clash
Robbie Henshaw has been left out of Ireland's 23-man squad for their Guinness Six Nations match with Scotland.
Online Editors
07 Feb 2019, 5:47
Scotland make 8 changes to squad for Ireland game
Scotland have made four changes to the starting line-up for this Saturday’s second-round Guinness Six Nations clash with Ireland…
Online Editors
07 Feb 2019, 5:20
Why 'machine' Tom Curry is finally England's answer at No.7
Steve Diamond believes Tom Curry is a “machine” and will deliver another fearless performance against France to prove he is th…
Chris Jones
07 Feb 2019, 4:16
Wales name team to face Italy
Wales have made multiple changes for their Guinness Six Nations game with Italy on Saturday.
Online Editors
07 Feb 2019, 2:06
'It was 100% my fault' - Ireland star ready to bounce back from England error
Ireland wing Keith Earls is ready to bounce back against Scotland this weekend after a disappointing showing against England in Du…
Online Editors
06 Feb 2019, 20:11
CJ Stander was good, but Billy V was better
Eddie Jones will be purring this week after England suddenly turned the clock back to 2016 and resumed laying waste to much touted…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2019, 10:49
England name 25-man squad ahead of Le Crunch
England have trimmed their squad to 25 ahead of their game against France at Twickenham, with the matchday 23 set to be announced …
Alex Shaw
06 Feb 2019, 10:48
Video Analysis - 9 times England gamed Ireland in Dublin
Rugby analyst and coach Liam Dunseath is back in the video booth and in this episode he is training his eyes on England versus Ire…
Liam Dunseath
06 Feb 2019, 10:37
No room for returning England stars according to the Twitterati
After England were dealt the boost of quartet Ben Te’o, Jonathan Joseph, Brad Shields and Joe Cokanasiga being fit to face Franc…
Josh Raisey
06 Feb 2019, 10:20
FFR confident Noves won't win the enormous sum he's demanding in damages following sacking
French rugby officials sound optimistic they can successfully defend Guy Noves' claim for €3million in damages which will be hea…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2019, 8:50
'Lawes is a world-class player, in any other side in the world he'd be starting'
Lewis Moody is sure England can cope without Maro Itoje due to the amount of options they have in the second row.
Peter Hanson
06 Feb 2019, 7:04
Alun Wyn Jones to be benched as new captain steps up
Alun Wyn Jones is set to be benched for Italy's match with Wales in Rome.
Press Association Sport understands that Scarlets ce…
Online Editors
06 Feb 2019, 4:28
Bastareaud must switch position if he wants to continue his French Test career - Castaignede
Thomas Castaignede believes Mathieu Bastareaud could launch a new international career in a different position for France, insisti…
Chris Jones
06 Feb 2019, 1:29
Ref report cards - rating Luke Pearce's Scotland vs Italy performance
With Japan 2019 looming into view, the Six Nations offers a last opportunity for referees to press their case for selection.
Paul Smith
06 Feb 2019, 1:21
France's bizarre campaign takes another twist as call-up is away on holiday
France's campaign took another strange twist on Tuesday when they called a player into the squad to face England who is away on ho…
Liam Heagney
05 Feb 2019, 9:24
Ireland hit by injury double whammy
Influential centre Garry Ringrose and stalwart lock Devin Toner will miss Ireland’s Guinness Six Nations clash in Scotland on Sa…
Online Editors
05 Feb 2019, 7:06
England expecting Itoje back sooner than originally feared
England Rugby say that injured lock Maro Itoje could be available towards the end of the Six Nations.
Online Editors
05 Feb 2019, 4:44
How does Eddie Jones fill the Maro Itoje void against France?
With Maro Itoje sidelined for the next month or so, who does Eddie Jones turn to in the second row? We take a look at the potentia…
Alex Shaw
05 Feb 2019, 3:05
Ireland must turn screw in Scottish heads to avoid post-Six Nations repercussions
There may be a gap of 225 days in between Ireland’s two 2019 fixtures against Scotland, but next Saturday’s Six Nations outcom…
Liam Heagney
05 Feb 2019, 1:26
'It's not anywhere near Premiership' - Chris Ashton blasts 'slow' Top 14
Having played in the Top 14 with Toulouse, Chris Ashton believes the pace of play in the league is harming France at international…
Christopher Devine
04 Feb 2019, 19:15
Tebaldi out of Wales clash as Italy call up Makelara
Italy have released the injured Tito Tebaldi from their Six Nations squad, while uncapped hooker Engjel Makelara has been called u…
Christopher Devine
04 Feb 2019, 14:16
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