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Caelan Doris alludes to maybe the one silver lining after France flop
Caelan Doris pointed to Ireland’s bench as a rare positive to cling to after Thursday night’s 36-14 defeat to France at the St…
Ian Cameron
06 Feb 2026, 2:16
Calum MacRae: 'Tommaso Menoncello is the best athlete I've coached but Finn Russell will be the difference'
Benetton's Scottish coach runs an analytical eye over the Six Nations clash in Rome, and the differences between rugby in Italy an…
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
06 Feb 2026, 1:44
Danilo Fischetti: 'I'm a bit different to most props, mate - I like to play'
The Northampton Saint will face a host of his club team-mates at the Six Nations as he looks to break new ground with Italy.
LONG READ
Joe Santamaria
06 Feb 2026, 1:20
Andy Farrell: The 'absolute must' for Ireland after sobering Paris defeat
Andy Farrell refused to pull his punches on the aftermath of Ireland's 36-14 defeat to France at the Stade de France.
Ian Cameron
06 Feb 2026, 1:00
Shaun Edwards calls France's dominance over Ireland 'very, very unusual'
Shaun Edwards appeared taken aback by the dominance his France outfit achieved in periods of their Six Nations-opening win over Ir…
Ned Lester
05 Feb 2026, 22:16
Caelan Doris rattles off grocery list of Ireland shortcomings after Six Nations opener
Ireland captain Caelan Doris wasn't short of answers for the question of where his team fell short against France in the 2026 Six …
Ned Lester
05 Feb 2026, 15:08
France blow Ireland away to start Six Nations title defence in style
Louis Bielle-Biarrey resumed the fine form which saw him crowned player of the championship in 2025 with two tries.
PA
05 Feb 2026, 14:22
Ireland player ratings vs France | 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations
Ireland player ratings: Andy Farrell's men fly to Paris with few giving them a chance of securing a rare Six Nations' Test win on …
Opinion
Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2026, 14:03
France player ratings vs Ireland | 2026 Guinness Men’s Six Nations
France player ratings: France got their Guinness Six Nations title defence underway with a 36-14 victory over Ireland on Thursday …
Opinion
Josh Raisey
05 Feb 2026, 14:00
'Small steps are needed, but Wales have much to gain from this Six Nations'
Steve Tandy leads his reinforced squad into the championship against the backdrop of off-field turmoil.
LONG READ
Mark Orders
05 Feb 2026, 11:17
George Hendy: 'What Furbs has done for my personal development has been massive.'
The Northampton Saints back three player was unlucky to miss out on England selection but is happy to bide his time and wait for h…
LONG READ
Ben Coles
05 Feb 2026, 11:09
England rocked by Immanuel Feyi-Waboso Six Nations injury scare
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has given England an injury scare ahead of their Guinness Six Nations opener against Wales after failing to f…
PA
05 Feb 2026, 10:22
Steve Tandy wants to repeat Scotland trick at Allianz Stadium
Steve Tandy wants to savour the “unbelievable experience” of winning at Allianz Stadium again as Wales bid to shock England in…
PA
05 Feb 2026, 10:10
Landmark occasion for trio as Italy name team for Scotland
Italy captain Michele Lamaro, centre Juan Ignacio Brex and fly-half Paolo Garbisi will all earn their 50th caps against Scotland o…
Josh Raisey
05 Feb 2026, 5:44
Louis Rees-Zammit marks Six Nations return with position change
Louis Rees-Zammit will start at full-back for Wales for just the fourth time against England on Saturday in round one of the Guinn…
Josh Raisey
05 Feb 2026, 3:41
Gregor Townsend: Newcastle Red Bulls reports and axing 3 stars
Gregor Townsend dismissed claims that he has been primed to take over at Newcastle as an attempt to “disrupt” Scotland ahead o…
PA
05 Feb 2026, 3:31
It's about time rugby fans grew up
Rugby fans have been slow on the uptake. When news broke that ITV would run adverts during its live coverage of Six Nations matche…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
05 Feb 2026, 3:11
Ben Kay: 'I know we get accused of arrogance but I love the English mentality right now.'
The England World Cup winners says squad depth is paramount as nations build towards the Rugby World Cup next year
LONG READ
Ben Kay
05 Feb 2026, 3:11
Gregor Townsend backs Warriors as big guns miss out for Scotland
Gregor Townsend has selected 14 players from the in-form Glasgow Warriors to take on Italy in round one of the Guinness Six Nation…
Josh Raisey
05 Feb 2026, 2:14
Dupont revisits controversy over ACL injury against Ireland last year
France captain Antoine Dupont holds no grudges over the incident in which he suffered a serious knee injury as he prepares to make…
PA
05 Feb 2026, 1:30
Six Nations sin bin: The worst offending players and teams 2006-2025
Have you ever wondered which team has received the most yellow and red cards in the last 20 years of the Six Nations? Which player…
Analysis
Francisco Isaac
05 Feb 2026, 1:01
Ben White: Top 14 experience could propel Scots to new heights
Ben White believes three seasons in the Top 14 pressure cooker have made him better equipped for the demands of representing Scotl…
PA
04 Feb 2026, 12:45
'It was weird, I was so calm in that moment': Duncan Weir
Weir's dramatic 40-metre drop goal with 14 seconds of normal time remaining gave Scotland a precious Six Nations 21-20 victory on …
Interview
Jon Newcombe
04 Feb 2026, 10:00
'The most Scottish thing we could do this year... a horrible mentality'
Former Scotland captain Andy Nicol has said that there is no evidence to suggest Scotland can look beyond Italy in round one of th…
Josh Raisey
04 Feb 2026, 9:00
How Ireland can upset the odds in Paris: Big match preview part two
The hosts are seven to one favourites to win the Six Nations opener, but there are reasons for optimism for the men in green.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
04 Feb 2026, 6:18
Lion starts in experienced Scotland A team to face Italy XV
Jonny Gray will captain a Scotland A outfit that is loaded with senior internationals to take on an Italy XV on Friday at the Stad…
Josh Raisey
04 Feb 2026, 6:15
Mick Cleary: 'England are in a good place. And Itoje on the bench proves that.'
Steve Borthwick has consulted with the England captain about his return from compassionate leave and it shows England's confidence
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
04 Feb 2026, 5:09
World Rugby Rankings show how far Wales have fallen
Even a record win over England at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, probably won't be enough to lift Wales back into the world's top 10…
Jon Newcombe
04 Feb 2026, 4:59
'Ceiling is so high for him': Doris defends team-mate amid concerns
Ireland captain Caelan Doris insisted fly-half Sam Prendergast is making progress on his defensive deficiencies as he backed him t…
PA
04 Feb 2026, 4:51
Six Nations records that are under threat
Records. Made to be broken, made to be set, and in the upcoming 2026 Six Nations, there are a few that could fall if the dominoes …
Francisco Isaac
04 Feb 2026, 4:00
Scotland's injury update on Glasgow duo in 'great form'
Lee Radford reported a clean bill of health for the Scotland squad ahead of their Guinness Six Nations opener away to Italy on Sat…
PA
04 Feb 2026, 2:26
Jason Robinson recognises a lot of Immanuel Feyi-Waboso in himself
Robinson feels the wing’s finishing instincts – he has run in seven tries in 13 appearances – make him an important weapon f…
PA
04 Feb 2026, 1:53
The mindset shift Steve Borthwick is driving into England
Tommy Freeman insists England enter their bid to claim a first Guinness Six Nations title since 2020 with a “bit of a swagger”…
PA
04 Feb 2026, 1:41
I'm fascinated to see if Six Nations 'running joke' repeats itself: Andy Goode
It still feels like a two-tier Six Nations this year but Ireland might struggle and the pressure is on Scotland to finish above th…
Opinion
Andy Goode
04 Feb 2026, 0:30
Alex Mann braced for 'interesting battle' with 'niggly' Henry Pollock
Wales flanker Alex Mann admitted he likes getting “under people’s skin” ahead of his back-row battle with England at Allianz…
PA
03 Feb 2026, 9:04
'One of the best in the world': Mako Vunipola lauds former team-mate
Mako Vunipola has hugged Jamie George more times than his own family, and their close front-row bond was a key factor for the Brit…
Chris Jones
03 Feb 2026, 8:41
'So you keep on telling me': Farrell tackles Ireland queries head-on
Ireland boss Andy Farrell has backed Jacob Stockdale to make the most of his first Guinness Six Nations appearance in five years.
PA
03 Feb 2026, 7:24
New trophy up for grabs in Guinness Six Nations
France and Ireland will compete for a sparkling new piece of silverware, the Solidarity Trophy, when the Guinness Men's Six Nation…
Jon Newcombe
03 Feb 2026, 4:24
Can Wales win a match and will Borthwick smile? Ten key Six Nations questions
As the great jamboree looms into view, RugbyPass tackles the big issues facing this year's edition.
LONG READ
Neil Squires
03 Feb 2026, 3:01
Antoine Dupont returns to captain France against Ireland
Fabien Galthie has named his France team to face Ireland in the opening match of the Guinness Six Nations at the Stade de France o…
Josh Raisey
03 Feb 2026, 2:30
Bold Prendergast call as much-changed Ireland team head to Paris
Cian Prendergast will make his Guinness Six Nations debut and start alongside his brother, Sam, for the first time in Test rugby a…
Jon Newcombe
03 Feb 2026, 0:47
'It is the right thing for him and the team this week': Steve Borthwick
For the first time in six years, Maro Itoje doesn't start a Six Nations fixture.
PA
02 Feb 2026, 8:39
'Expect the unexpected' - Ireland v France big match preview part one
With the loss of key personnel on either side, the set-piece battle, and the platform it creates, could look radically different o…
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
02 Feb 2026, 8:10
Jeremy Guscott's main issue with 'maverick' Marcus Smith
With George Ford the man chosen to lead England's attack from fly-half in Saturday's Six Nations opener against Wales at Allianz S…
Opinion
Jon Newcombe
02 Feb 2026, 7:05
Italy boss Gonzalo Quesada expects Scotland to be sore losers
.Gonzalo Quesada has braced his Italy side for a laser-focused Scotland to pitch up in Rome for Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations …
PA
02 Feb 2026, 6:26
Jamie George to lead England in Six Nations opener vs Wales
The veteran Saracens hooker has been chosen as captain, with Maro Itoje named on the bench.
Jon Newcombe
02 Feb 2026, 5:29
Ireland get tentative Tadhg Furlong boost ahead of Six Nations opener
Tadhg Furlong has handed Ireland a Guinness Six Nations boost by returning to squad training ahead of Thursday’s opener against …
PA
01 Feb 2026, 10:21
Welsh star reveals PREM club-mates are ‘scratching their heads’ over Wales’ form
Leicester prop Nicky Smith says his Gallagher Prem pals cannot understand why Wales perform so badly on the international stage.
PA
01 Feb 2026, 0:45
Major blow for Italy as Edoardo Todaro suffers serious injury in camp
Italy’s Six Nations preparations have been dealt a significant blow after Edoardo Todaro suffered a serious knee injury during a…
Ian Cameron
31 Jan 2026, 2:32
Ireland address single biggest remaining Bundee Aki question
Ireland insist the door remains open for Bundee Aki to feature in the final two rounds of the 2026 Guinness Six Nations following …
PA
30 Jan 2026, 3:11
'Ireland are consumed by chaos, but Andy Farrell's choice of 10 is becoming clear'
As he manages a swathe of absentees, Farrell may be tempted to plump with his most familiar playmaker despite intense competition.
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
29 Jan 2026, 8:14
Wales add Rhys Davies to Six Nations squad
Wales have added Ospreys lock Rhys Davies to their Guinness Six Nations squad, bringing the total number of players to 39.
Josh Raisey
29 Jan 2026, 5:22
'Who is that guy?': French legend backs Kalvin Gourgues after blood-clot scare
Former French star Thomas Castaignede believes Kalvin Gourgues, the young Toulouse centre whose career was saved by unique surgery…
Exclusive
Chris Jones
29 Jan 2026, 3:34
Why England's ex-pats are hurting France's backrow depth chart
The Top 14 is a retirement home for a wealth of gifted ex-England backrows and it's weakening France's resources
LONG READ
Gavin Mortimer
29 Jan 2026, 3:31
'If you’ve got that mindset, you shouldn’t be playing': Sam Wainwright
Sam Wainwright is relishing being back in the Wales fold after going from Test hero to spending over three years in the internatio…
PA
29 Jan 2026, 3:29
The 'stupid' thinking Scotland won't be caught out by this Six Nations
Sione Tuipulotu has urged Scotland to use their autumn anguish as fuel for their upcoming Guinness Six Nations campaign.
PA
29 Jan 2026, 3:08
Ban for 'verbal abuse' cuts through Bundee Aki's Six Nations campaign
Ireland will be without centre Bundee Aki for the opening three rounds of the Guinness Six Nations after he was handed a four-matc…
Josh Raisey
29 Jan 2026, 1:53
Brendan Fanning: 'Getting games into Niall Smyth would add another layer to Ireland's insurance policy.'
Ireland's depth chart is being tested as never before and it's at loosehead where they're seriously stretched so youth must be giv…
LONG READ
Brendan Fanning
28 Jan 2026, 8:41
'The Grand Slam game is round two now'
This year's Calcutta Cup clash at Murrayfield in round two of the Guinness Six Nations has been labelled the "Grand Slam game" by …
Josh Raisey
28 Jan 2026, 8:20
Fresh injury setback could delay Hugo Keenan's return
The luckless 46-cap Ireland international looks touch-and-go to make the France game, giving Andy Farrell a selection headache at …
Jon Newcombe
28 Jan 2026, 5:10
Ireland issue statement in response to Bundee Aki allegations
The Irish Rugby Football Union have confirmed that they are conducting an internal investigation following allegations that centre…
Josh Raisey
28 Jan 2026, 4:16
'In the quest for cohesion, going with players from a specific club can be a useful shortcut'
Steve Borthwick may pick as many as eight Northampton players in his 23 to face Wales in their Six Nations opener.
LONG READ
Neil Squires
28 Jan 2026, 3:27
Bundee Aki dropped and facing hearing just days before Six Nations
Bundee Aki has missed Ireland's training camp in Portugal in order to appear before an independent disciplinary committee followin…
Josh Raisey
28 Jan 2026, 3:06
'It's incredible the amount of chat from Irish players across the board'
Former Ireland hooker Bernard Jackman feels there has been a "reaction" from referees in the way they are treated by Irish players…
Josh Raisey
27 Jan 2026, 10:30
Jack Kenningham called into squad as England's injury woes worsen
Harlequins flanker Jack Kenningham has been drafted into the England squad ahead of their training camp in Girona prior to the Gui…
Josh Raisey
27 Jan 2026, 8:01
Dan Biggar identifies Six Nations change that will have a huge impact
Dan Biggar, who is part of ITV's team of pundits for the 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations, has identified the reduction in fallow w…
Jon Newcombe
27 Jan 2026, 7:48
Mick Cleary: 'What McCall helped build at Saracens is bearing the self-same fruit for England.'
As Mark McCall prepares to step down after 15 years at the Saracens coal face, Steve Borthwick respects all that he has done for E…
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
27 Jan 2026, 7:02
Scotland suffer triple injury blow with two recruits added to squad
Glasgow Warriors hooker Gregor Hiddleston and Sale Sharks scrum-half Gus Warr have both been added to the Scotland squad following…
Josh Raisey
27 Jan 2026, 6:03
Keiron Assiratti released from Wales squad with replacement called up
Keiron Assiratti has been released from Wales' Guinness Six Nations squad after picking up a calf injury in Cardiff's United Rugby…
Josh Raisey
27 Jan 2026, 3:27
Roll on Paris and let the faithfuls prevail – the joy of Six is here again
All the Six Nations teams will aim to avoid a fatal early blow that leads to elimination in the contest for the major prize.
LONG READ
Bryn Palmer
27 Jan 2026, 0:53
Trevor Davison's second coming: The salt of the earth is where the best props grow
Northampton's unassuming Geordie is set to play a big role for Steve Borthwick's England at the Six Nations.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
26 Jan 2026, 7:50
The big advantage that Antoine Dupont believes can see France home
France's captain says Les Bleus need to make the most of home advantage and up their game from the Autumn.
PA
26 Jan 2026, 7:15
Why there's no 'elephant in the room' for Wales this Six Nations
Wales captain Dewi Lake has described the Six Nations as a “welcome distraction” for Steve Tandy’s embattled squad amid the …
PA
26 Jan 2026, 6:49
'So out of my depth it was a joke': Borthwick experiment appears over
England back-row Ben Earl has distanced himself from a potential move into the centres, saying "I don't have a clue what I'm doing…
Josh Raisey
26 Jan 2026, 6:39
Why Gregor Townsend is optimistic ahead of Scotland's Six Nations
Gregor Townsend is adamant there is plenty for Scotland to be optimistic about as they head into the Guinness Six Nations on the b…
PA
26 Jan 2026, 6:33
Andy Farrell on Ireland's Six Nations injury crisis: 'It is what it is'
Ireland boss Andy Farrell is relishing his Guinness Six Nations return as he negotiates a lengthy injury list and an ongoing trans…
PA
26 Jan 2026, 6:24
'Probably' England's 'biggest rivalry in the Six Nations'
Steve Borthwick’s team are viewed by bookmakers as second favourites behind France to be crowned champions.
PA
26 Jan 2026, 6:08
Bleak Leinster injury update all but confirms crisis for Ireland
Leinster loosehead prop Jack Boyle is set to undergo a procedure on his Achilles tendon, which will almost certainly rule him out …
Josh Raisey
26 Jan 2026, 5:29
La Rochelle pair withdrawn from France squad before Six Nations camp
Toulouse duo Georges-Henri Colombe and Alexandre Roumat have been called into the France squad following injuries to La Rochelle p…
Josh Raisey
26 Jan 2026, 3:31
Louis Bielle-Biarrey hits huge MPS speed in race with sprinting legend
France winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey underlined his claim to be the fastest player in world rugby by beating former Olympic medallis…
Josh Raisey
26 Jan 2026, 2:09
Ireland forced to replace two forwards as injury crisis deepens
Andy Farrell’s Ireland preparations for the Guinness Men’s Six Nations have been disrupted by a fresh injury setback, with cha…
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2026, 10:04
'There may be a surprise or two, but the meat of the 2026 Six Nations will rest between France, Ireland and England’
Since RWC23, a chasm has appeared between the ‘Haves’ of France, Ireland and England, and the ‘Have Nots’ of Scotland, Wal…
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
25 Jan 2026, 0:52
The Steve Borthwick message for England's TikTok superstars
England’s stars will enter the Six Nations with the freedom to show their personalities on social media after the TikTok dance r…
PA
24 Jan 2026, 11:13
'We didn’t expect it and we were surprised, like everyone else'
Union Bordeaux-Bègles have played down concerns over Damian Penaud’s shock omission from France’s Six Nations plans, with the…
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2026, 7:23
Borthwick's England 'nowhere near maxing out' their potential
England begin their campaign against Wales on February 7.
PA
23 Jan 2026, 13:53
'He's a big, tall guy': Ian Madigan backs Ireland Six Nations bolter
Former Ireland fly-half Ian Madigan has backed a former teammate to go and in impress after his call up to Andy Farrell's Guiness …
Ian Cameron
23 Jan 2026, 6:54
Steve Tandy seeks calmer waters amidst backdrop of uncertainty
The Wales coach has named a squad he hopes will spirit the country to some much needed victories but off-field issues continue to …
LONG READ
Mark Orders
23 Jan 2026, 5:20
Eight casualties from England's 36-man Six Nations squad
Steve Borthwick’s first significant selection call of the new Six Nations cycle has landed, and as ever, what England’s head c…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
23 Jan 2026, 5:02
Greg Fisilau among 3 new England call-ups as PREM star misses out
The Exeter Chiefs No.8 is joined by two more uncapped forwards in prop duo, Vilikesa Sela and Emmanuel Iyogun.
Jon Newcombe
23 Jan 2026, 3:31
Injuries to key Ireland stars pave way for bold pack to start France opener
Injuries at loosehead and blindside mean Andy Farrell will need to find solutions to match French power.
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
23 Jan 2026, 1:42
Louis Rees-Zammit on NFL: 'I feel a lot more sore after a rugby game'
Louis Rees-Zammit has opened up in more detail than ever before on his time in the NFL and why he's so happy to be back playing ru…
Ian Cameron
22 Jan 2026, 6:11
Mick Cleary: 'England need to set a target. They need to win the 2026 Six Nations Championship.'
Steve Borthwick is riding the crest of a wave but the next six months will tell us if England are really ready to be World Cup con…
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
22 Jan 2026, 5:03
Wales players hit WRU with ultimatum ahead of Six Nations
Wales’ players want clarity on their future and have given Welsh rugby bosses a deadline of February 6 to provide it – the day…
PA
22 Jan 2026, 4:43
Uncapped duo two of the big winners in Ireland's Six Nations squad
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has included uncapped duo, Munster lock Edwin Edogbo and Ulster scrum-half Nathan Doak, in his squ…
Jon Newcombe
21 Jan 2026, 7:26
French superstars tumble in Galthie's hard-headed Six Nations cull
La Rochelle No.8 Gregory Alldritt is one of several French stars to miss out on Fabien Galthie's 42-man squad for the Guinness Six…
Josh Raisey
21 Jan 2026, 5:57
Ange Capuozzo misses out on Italy's 33-man squad for the Six Nations
Toulouse's Ange Capuozzo is one of several big names to miss out on Gonzalo Quesada's Italy squad for the Guinness Six Nations due…
Josh Raisey
21 Jan 2026, 3:59
'England are not short of second-rows. But they do not have another Itoje'
If anything befell Maro Itoje, Steve Borthwick would struggle to replace his totemic captain despite having plenty of good locks.
LONG READ
Neil Squires
21 Jan 2026, 1:47
'He was a bit of a glue player for us': Gregor Townsend explains surprise pick
France-based Dave Cherry was one the most notable names in the 40-man Six Nations squad, having not featured for the national team…
PA
20 Jan 2026, 12:04
Wales boss Steve Tandy confronts talk of a player strike
Wales boss Steve Tandy has promised to keep “constant dialogue” with players should the threat of strike action raise its head…
PA
20 Jan 2026, 10:47
Report reveals Damian Penaud one of two France stalwarts axed for Six Nations
France's all-time record try-scorer Damian Penaud is set to miss out on their 42-man squad for the Guinness Six Nations, which wil…
Josh Raisey
20 Jan 2026, 8:04
Humbled by his Dad, Louis Lynagh finds his own way after 'weird' season
Louis Lynagh might not be a Rugby World Cup winner like his dad Michael, but he's carving out a successful career for himself in t…
Interview
Simon Thomas
20 Jan 2026, 6:50
Dan Lancaster joins former England prop in Scotland A squad
Former England U20 international Dan Lancaster has received his first Scotland call-up since moving to Glasgow Warriors in the sum…
Josh Raisey
20 Jan 2026, 6:09
Huw Jones returns in Glasgow-heavy Scotland Six Nations squad
British and Irish Lion Huw Jones is back in the Scotland squad for the first time since last year's Six Nations after proving his …
Jon Newcombe
20 Jan 2026, 5:20
Wales announce Six Nations squad amid behind-the-scenes turmoil
Wales head coach Steve Tandy has named two uncapped players in his 38-man Wales squad for the Guinness Six Nations.
Josh Raisey
20 Jan 2026, 4:38
Byrne at 10? Stockdale at 15? How Ireland's backline might look for Six Nations opener
Former Ireland wing Andrew Trimble assesses the big calls Andy Farrell has to make at 10, 12 and 15 against France.
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
16 Jan 2026, 9:45
Six uncapped players who can make a statement to Steve Borthwick this weekend
The Investec Champions Cup is as close to Test match rugby as players can get, and therefore, the best opportunity for uncapped pl…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
15 Jan 2026, 8:38
England's Asher Opoku-Fordjour ruled out of Six Nations
England tighthead Asher Opoku-Fordjour is set to have an operation on a shoulder injury that he suffered in training with his club…
Neil Fissler
15 Jan 2026, 6:24
Wales hit by Taulupe Faletau Six Nations setback
Last season's wooden spoonists will be without the talismanic No.8 for the opening three rounds of the Championship.
PA
14 Jan 2026, 10:30
Saints give update on England trio with race to make Six Nations start
Fin Smith could be a doubt for England’s Six Nations opener against Wales on February 7 because of a calf injury.
PA
14 Jan 2026, 9:56
Why French rugby is bowing at TV's altar for the Six Nations
The last time France faced Ireland on a Thursday was in 1948, and nearly 80 years later the reasons are very different
LONG READ
Gavin Mortimer
13 Jan 2026, 8:23
Scrum-half concerns mount for France ahead of Six Nations
France could be missing their three leading scrum-halves behind Antoine Dupont when they set out to defend their Guinness Men's Si…
Jon Newcombe
13 Jan 2026, 1:11
'No scrum, no win': How Leinster v La Rochelle sounded a note of caution for Ireland
The hosts' battles at scrum time bore alarming hallmarks of Ireland's November savaging by the Springboks.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
12 Jan 2026, 11:54
Question mark over Andrew Porter as Ireland's injury woes mount up
Ireland's principal loose-head, Andrew Porter, is a doubt for the early rounds of the Guinness Men's Six Nations after it was reve…
Jon Newcombe
12 Jan 2026, 4:29
Mick Cleary: Five reasons for Steve Borthwick to be cheerful
The England head coach is approaching the 2026 Six Nations in a position of strength as he builds towards the World Cup next year
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
08 Jan 2026, 3:53
Premier Sports add 'crown jewel' to expanding rugby portfolio
Subscription-only Premier Sports will complement the terrestrial coverage provided by ITV, the BBC and S4C.
Jon Newcombe
07 Jan 2026, 6:48
France handed Six Nations injury blow
Bordeaux-Begles and France scrum-half Maxime Lucu is likely to miss the start of the Six Nations after sustaining a knee injury th…
Josh Raisey
07 Jan 2026, 5:29
Hope and salvation fires Welsh rugby into 2026 amidst an uncertain future
A resurgent Dragons, defiant Ospreys and high-flying Cardiff gives Welsh fans hope they can be competitive in the Six Nations
LONG READ
Mark Orders
07 Jan 2026, 3:25
'Very hard to ignore him': Baxter piles selection pressure on Borthwick
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has challenged Greg Fisilau to turn up the heat on England coaches and make it hard for them to igno…
Neil Fissler
07 Jan 2026, 2:44
‘Farrell has to show his love of big being beautiful with Six Nations around the corner'
Genetically Ireland 'don’t breed brutes', but the head coach is looking for 'big men to do a big man’s job'.
LONG READ
Brendan Fanning
30 Dec 2025, 5:14
Hollie Davidson to make yet more history at the 2026 Six Nations
Hollie Davidson is set to become the first female ever to take charge of a men's Six Nations match at next year's Championship.
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2025, 6:00
Should Fabien Galthie take the hint from UBB's bullfighters?
A chastening loss to the Springboks suggests France's future lies with the free-wheeling European champions, not the serial Toulou…
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
08 Dec 2025, 12:17
England prop Will Stuart set to miss Six Nations after ruptured Achilles
Bath prop Will Stuart is unlikely to play any further part in the club’s Investec Champions Cup campaign after suffering a suspe…
PA
06 Dec 2025, 17:51
'I don’t think it is going to ruin confidence or do anything to younger boys'
Captain Dewi Lake claimed Wales would be motivated rather than deflated by their embarrassing drubbing to South Africa.
PA
30 Nov 2025, 2:47
England and Leicester receive major George Martin hammer blow
England second-row George Martin will miss the autumn series and potentially more Tests next year due to uncertainty over his reco…
PA
25 Sep 2025, 6:25
Six Nations announce details of new TV deal in Ireland
RTÉ and Virgin Media Television will share coverage of the Men’s, Women’s and U20 Six Nations in Ireland, starting in 2026.
Jon Newcombe
02 Sep 2025, 6:14
'Some boys were like, ‘that’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done’'
Josh Adams is relishing a return to the scene of his World Cup heroics as Wales prepare to face the fierce heat and humidity of a …
PA
22 Jun 2025, 3:26
Wales bracing themselves for Eddie Jones' 'certain attributes'
Scarlets skipper Josh Macleod has acknowledged the challenge posed by an Eddie Jones team as Wales seek to end their winless run i…
PA
19 Jun 2025, 9:10
What 'struck' Borthwick about Pollock as flanker receives his Lions backing
The 20-year-old Northampton flanker won his only England cap against Wales in the final match of the Six Nations.
PA
22 May 2025, 2:10
Greenock Granny visit gave authenticity to Sione Tuipulotu story
There are seven members of the 38-man Lions squad who hail from outside of the British & Irish Lions
PA
19 May 2025, 23:43
Truncated 2026 Men's Six Nations schedule to break with tradition
The 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations will break with tradition and kick off on a Thursday night for the first time in history.
Jon Newcombe
19 May 2025, 5:03
John Mitchell's England future cleared up by RFU
John Mitchell will remain England head coach until June next year regardless of how the Red Roses perform at the World Cup, accord…
PA
29 Apr 2025, 4:40
'Haves and have nots': The Six Nations numbers reveal hidden truths
World Rugby's statistical review shows an uptick in points and drama, but more issues at scrum time and questions about beefy benc…
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
23 Apr 2025, 6:20
Louis Bielle-Biarrey named 2025 Guinness Six Nations Player of the Championship
The record-breaking French winger enjoyed a landslide victory with nearly two-thirds of the public vote going in his favour.
Jon Newcombe
01 Apr 2025, 5:10
Alex Masibaka: 'I was on a stag do in Barcelona when Gregor Townsend called'
The Angouleme bulldozer has charted a remarkable voyage from Western Australia to the senior Scotland squad.
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
27 Mar 2025, 4:49
'Full house' Tommy Freeman happy to 'cause chaos' wherever
The England winger/centre is relaxed about whatever number he has on his back having starred in both positions during the Six Nati…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
25 Mar 2025, 0:45
Antoine Dupont undergoes surgery on injured knee ahead of long absence
France captain Antoine Dupont has undergone surgery on his injured knee, according to French outlet l'Equipe.
Josh Raisey
24 Mar 2025, 5:06
The 'biggest gift' France have and the blueprint to combat it
The question the rugby world has been asking in the fallout from the Guinness Six Nations is how to stop the French pack.
Josh Raisey
21 Mar 2025, 5:06
Peato Mauvaka cops ban for headbutt on Scotland star
France hooker Peato Mauvaka has been handed a three-week ban for his controversial headbutt on Scotland scrum-half Ben White's in…
Josh Raisey
20 Mar 2025, 8:43
Jean de Villiers has one reservation over Ben Earl centre experiment
England seem to be inching ever closer to selecting Ben Earl to start in a Test match, but that is a move former South Africa cent…
Josh Raisey
19 Mar 2025, 5:36
More Wales players named in Opta Six Nations Best XV than Ireland
The Opta Index, which scores performances individually, has unveiled its team of the championship and the Welsh have two players, …
Liam Heagney
19 Mar 2025, 4:00
Why Blair Kinghorn should be nailed on as the Lions starting 15
The rangy Scotland full-back put in a stellar showing during the Six Nations and is in the box-seat for a No 15 Test shirt
LONG READ
Paul Williams
19 Mar 2025, 2:49
'I don't see them being that dominant force that they have been'
Former England scrum-half Ben Youngs has asserted that Ireland are "done" with being the "dominant force" in the Guinness Six Nati…
Josh Raisey
18 Mar 2025, 10:20
France's Peato Mauvaka cited for yellow-carded Ben White incident
There were 20 minutes played at the Stade de France last Saturday night when the French front-rower was sin-binned for foul play a…
Liam Heagney
18 Mar 2025, 9:24
Six Nations 2025: What's good and what's bad from this year's tournament
From stricken heroes to magnificent tries and everything in between, RugbyPass profiles the best and worst of this year's champion…
LONG READ
Neil Squires
18 Mar 2025, 8:04
Brendan Fanning: 'The problem with the good times in this country is we expect them to roll on forever.'
Ireland won a Triple Crown and won four out of five games but players and fans alike were left disappointed as standards dropped
LONG READ
Brendan Fanning
18 Mar 2025, 6:10
How the Six Nations affected the world rankings
We take a look at which teams climbed up or down the rankings during the seven-week-long tournament.
Analysis
Jon Newcombe
18 Mar 2025, 5:59
Ex-Ireland player salutes 'how quickly things changed' for England
What unfolded in recent weeks with the English impressed Alan Quinlan, the former Ireland back-rower.
Liam Heagney
18 Mar 2025, 5:32
'We've earned the right': Georgia boss wants Six Nations play-off vs Wales
Richard Cockerill believes it would be "logical" for Georgia to be given the opportunity to play Wales for a place in the 2026 Gui…
Martyn Thomas
18 Mar 2025, 5:21
Six Nations report card: Each team graded from A to F
So, ignoring where the six teams finished in the Six Nations, here are alternative grades based on what we expected them to do aga…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
18 Mar 2025, 1:18
Lions selection: 3 winners and losers from each country
It may be scrawled somewhere on a long-forgotten scrap of paper, but being able to see Andy Farrell's preliminary British and Iris…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
17 Mar 2025, 10:38
Did innovative England emerge strongest from the Six Nations?
Steve Borthwick's deluge of back-rowers and clever use of the bench points the way forward for teams who cannot deploy a bruising …
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
17 Mar 2025, 10:17
Underpants, duvet covers and Louis Bielle-Biarrey
LBB as he's known in France is a superstar-in-waiting and his genius will help those longing for the return of Antoine Dupont bear…
LONG READ
Graham Simmons
17 Mar 2025, 7:16
Grant Gilchrist: 'I certainly won’t be walking away'
The 35-year-old is convinced Gregor Townsend’s Scotland are on the cusp of something “really special”.
PA
17 Mar 2025, 4:51
Simon Easterby again speaks to Wales rumours as speculation continues
The 49-year-old lives in Swansea and played for and coached the Scarlets.
PA
17 Mar 2025, 3:49
Mick Cleary: 'England are back among the heavyweights.'
Steve Borthwick's men were much maligned at the start of the Six Nations but their renaissance is gathering momentum
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
17 Mar 2025, 3:39
Mitchell hints England's much-maligned habit is a thing of the past
Steve Borthwick’s men finished Guinness Six Nations runners up.
PA
17 Mar 2025, 3:01
'Unbelievable' Henry Pollock predicted his first Test try would be on the wing
Tommy Freeman has revealed that England team-mate Henry Pollock predicted his first Test try would come on the wing
PA
17 Mar 2025, 2:22
Gregor Townsend breaks silence on his Scotland future
The 51-year-old is contracted until April next year.
PA
17 Mar 2025, 2:08
Steve Borthwick has his say on England numbers on Lions tour
England look set for sizeable contingent in Andy Farrell’s squad.
PA
16 Mar 2025, 12:23
Fabien Galthie's emphatic World Cup statement after Six Nations title
France head coach Fabien Galthie has said that his current team are better than the side that crashed out of the World Cup in 2023…
Josh Raisey
16 Mar 2025, 3:56
Four England talking points after their Six Nations rout of Wales
If England continue with their rate of progress under Borthwick, they will be crowned 2026 Grand Slam champions.
Analysis
Liam Heagney
16 Mar 2025, 3:14
Townsend singles out Scot vs 'one of the biggest challenges' in rugby
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has described facing France's pack as "one of the biggest challenges in world rugby right now,…
Josh Raisey
15 Mar 2025, 17:53
Scotland player ratings vs France | 2025 Six Nations
Scotland player ratings: Scotland’s Six Nations campaign ended largely as expected with a 35-16 defeat at the Stade de France as…
Opinion
Bryn Palmer
15 Mar 2025, 16:17
What Steve Borthwick told Matt Sherratt following Wales debacle
Matt Sherratt, the interim Wales head coach, has revealed how opposite number Steve Borthwick provided a crumb of comfort amid the…
Martyn Thomas
15 Mar 2025, 15:53
France deny England and clinch Six Nations title in Paris
Scotland were unfortunate to go in 16-13 behind at the break before Les Bleus powered home to a bonus-point victory and the champi…
PA
15 Mar 2025, 15:31
France player ratings vs Scotland | 2025 Six Nations
France player ratings: France sealed the Guinness Six Nations title with a 35-16 victory over Scotland at the Stade de France, bu…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
15 Mar 2025, 15:02
England humbling a game too far for ‘emotional’ Wales
Interim Wales head coach Matt Sherratt admitted Saturday’s record home defeat to England was “a game too many” as he stresse…
Martyn Thomas
15 Mar 2025, 13:24
Caelan Doris says Ireland sloppiness was due to forcing issue in title pursuit
England’s resounding 68-14 victory against Wales ended Ireland’s pursuit of a third consecutive championship crown.
PA
15 Mar 2025, 13:19
Dan Sheehan stars as Ireland sign off with slim success over Italy
Simon Easterby’s side stuttered to victory in Rome before their hopes of a third consecutive Six Nations title ended.
PA
15 Mar 2025, 13:14
10-try England destroy hapless Wales with a record Cardiff win
Steve Borthwick’s team guaranteed themselves a top-two finish, ahead of favourites France hosting Scotland, in emphatic bonus-po…
PA
15 Mar 2025, 12:27
Wales player ratings vs England | 2025 Six Nations
How the Wales players rated at the Principality Stadium as the hosts slipped to a record 68-14 defeat to England in the Guinness S…
Opinion
Martyn Thomas
15 Mar 2025, 11:53
England player ratings vs Wales | 2025 Six Nations
Borthwick’s tenure had been a snakes and ladders adventure until top, steps forward followed by more steps backwards, but their …
Opinion
Liam Heagney
15 Mar 2025, 11:51
Ireland survive wild match in Rome to bag bonus point win over Italy
Ireland required a resounding win to put pressure on their title rivals.
PA
15 Mar 2025, 10:02
Italy player ratings vs Ireland | 2025 Six Nations
Italy player ratings: A brave and ambitious performance from Italy, who made Ireland work extremely hard for a 22-17 win at the S…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Mar 2025, 9:52
Ireland player ratings vs Italy | 2025 Six Nations
Ireland player ratings: Ireland made it hard on themselves, securing a narrow 22-17 win over Italy in Rome that ended their Guinne…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Mar 2025, 9:21
Unwanted history if Wales lose, England's 'hybrid': 5 talking points
For the first time since 2020, England enter the final round of the Six Nations with a shot at winning the title.
PA
15 Mar 2025, 2:44
Juan Ignacio Brex: Italy have 'suffered a lot' but they know what to fix
Italy centre Juan Ignacio Brex says that the Azzurri know what they need to fix if they are to improve their results in the Guinne…
Ian Cameron
15 Mar 2025, 1:50
The 'aggressive' warning that Maro Itoje has issued to England
The England captain added that he will relish the experience – rather than find it intimidating – at a stadium he says “you …
PA
15 Mar 2025, 1:25
The 'special' reason why Caelan Doris is still backing Ireland
Simon Easterby’s side had hoped to be running out in Rome on the cusp of an unprecedented third consecutive title and a second G…
PA
15 Mar 2025, 1:24
Matt Sherratt explains why Wales need someone fresh in charge, not him
Sherratt has made an impressive impact since he took the reins from Warren Gatland and if Wales defeat their traditionally fierces…
PA
15 Mar 2025, 1:11
England explain plan for possible Ellis Genge absence versus Wales
Prop Genge’s partner Megan is due to give birth in the coming days, and their third child arriving on match day is a possibility…
PA
15 Mar 2025, 1:03
Aaron Wainwright determined to end Matt Sherratt’s Wales spell on a high
Wales will end England’s hopes of Six Nations silverware if they triumph at the Principality Stadium on Saturday in Sherratt’s…
Interview
PA
14 Mar 2025, 11:00
War veteran visit inspires France to make their mark in history
France could even be crowned champions before their match kicks off at 20:00 (GMT) in the unlikely event that both England and Ire…
Interview
PA
14 Mar 2025, 10:09
'Monumental' TV deal keeps Six Nations on terrestrial TV
.Rugby's oldest championship is staying on ITV and the BBC until 2029.
Neil Fissler
14 Mar 2025, 9:48
Finn Russell's verdict on Scotland having last day Six Nations say
The Scots are set to end the championship as also-rans once more.
PA
14 Mar 2025, 6:18
The Six Nations trophy presentation plan if France fail to win
Steve Borthwick’s team are competing with France and Ireland to clinch their first title since 2020, with Scotland possessing a …
PA
14 Mar 2025, 5:49
Player-led change gets thumbs up but jury out on selection: Andy Goode
Steve Borthwick is talking a good game but some of his picks for the Wales game are leaving everyone scratching their heads yet ag…
Opinion
Andy Goode
14 Mar 2025, 4:43
New deal set to keep Six Nations on terrestrial TV
The Six Nations is set to stay on free-to-air television from next season after the organisers struck a deal with broadcasters, ac…
Neil Fissler
14 Mar 2025, 1:55
Gareth Anscombe fires back at ex-Wales coach Warren Gatland
Anscombe was a shock omission when Gatland named his Guinness Six Nations squad in January, with the New Zealander citing the Glou…
PA
14 Mar 2025, 1:43
The 'big threat' compliment England's Tom Roebuck has paid Wales
Roebuck will make his first Test start at the Principality Stadium, with England in title contention.
PA
14 Mar 2025, 1:25
Four talking points as Scotland seek to spoil France title party
Gregor Townsend discusses what Scotland have taken from Toulouse, how much he rates France and why his side can pressurise the cha…
Bryn Palmer
14 Mar 2025, 1:00
Was Dublin drubbing the end of an era or a bump in the road for Ireland?
Has an ageing squad been exposed by Les Bleus, or was Saturday's French thrashing merely a blip for the venerated green machine?
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
13 Mar 2025, 12:21
Ben Earl: 'Literally half the stuff I do is basically as a 12 anyway'
England must beat Wales and hope other results go their way to lift the title.
PA
13 Mar 2025, 10:41
Matt Sherratt has a message for Wales on eve of England Test
Wales are bidding to end a 16-Test losing run that started at the 2023 World Cup.
PA
13 Mar 2025, 10:10
Easterby hits back at France's conduct in the wake of Dupont injury
Les Bleus won 42-27 in Dublin last weekend to end Ireland’s Grand Slam hopes.
PA
13 Mar 2025, 9:17
'Wales v England has a special resonance and can make a mockery of what has gone before’
Wales will aim to harness the passion of their home crowd but the game will be decided by form, not historical enmity, with Englan…
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
13 Mar 2025, 8:48
Captain Lamaro benched as Italy make wholesale changes for Ireland
Italy captain Michele Lamaro will start on the bench in round five the Guinness Six Nations against Ireland on Saturday at the Sta…
Josh Raisey
13 Mar 2025, 7:23
Gregor Townsend makes case for 'very good' Six Nations for Scotland
Townsend is heartened by the way his team have performed against the French recently.
PA
13 Mar 2025, 6:52
Wales make 2 changes for Six Nations visit of England
Matt Sherratt has made two changes to his Wales starting XV for their final Guinness Six Nations match, against England at the Pri…
Martyn Thomas
13 Mar 2025, 6:47
Jack Dempsey blow as Scotland name team to play France
Ahead of the final match of the Guinness Men’s Six Nations, Gregor Townsend has made two changes to his starting XV.
Jon Newcombe
13 Mar 2025, 4:21
Six changes for Ireland, including the return of Jack Crowley
The Irish had their hopes of an unprecedented hat-trick of Guinness Six Nations titles jolted by the 27-42 loss that sent them tum…
Liam Heagney
13 Mar 2025, 4:07
England explain changes for Wales, including Tommy Freeman switch
Borthwick has made four changes in personnel and three positional switches for Saturday’s clash, including recalling Marcus Smit…
PA
13 Mar 2025, 3:07
Two changes for title-chasing France but 7-1 bench tactic retained
Having jumped on top of the table with last Saturday’s 42-27 trouncing of Ireland in Dublin, a win for the French over the Scots…
Liam Heagney
13 Mar 2025, 2:46
'I have my opinion': Ntamack wades into Dupont injury debate
France fly-half Romain Ntamack feels it is “totally incomprehensible” that the terms of his suspension differed to the sanctio…
PA
12 Mar 2025, 10:27
'We know what’s coming and we’ve dealt with it before': Jack Dempsey
Les Bleus will claim their first Guinness Six Nations title in three years if they defeat the Scots at Stade de France.
PA
12 Mar 2025, 7:42
Henry Pollock set for debut as England change four for Wales
Northampton Saints' Henry Pollock could make his England debut from the bench on Saturday against Wales in round five of the Guinn…
Josh Raisey
12 Mar 2025, 7:06
Ben Curry is mounting a case to be the Lions Test super-sub
England's back-row 'finisher' has shone off the bench throughout the Six Nations, and may just have compelled Andy Farrell to take…
LONG READ
Neil Squires
12 Mar 2025, 6:27
Gatland compares the 'luxury' Sherratt has with Wales that he was without
Former Wales boss Warren Gatland has said that he was trying to get Wales into "best possible shape for the World Cup" during his …
Josh Raisey
12 Mar 2025, 5:28
Wales desperate for England scalp to arrest record losing run
Despite a tortuous losing run, an upturn in attacking ambition has Matt Sherratt's men dreaming of an unlikely win in Cardiff
LONG READ
Mark Orders
12 Mar 2025, 5:10
Andrew Porter breaks silence on his role in Antoine Dupont incident
Les Bleus captain Dupont – widely regarded as the world’s best player – faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after rupturi…
PA
12 Mar 2025, 2:41
Ex-Ireland prop: 'We don't have enough competent fatties to compete'
It is widely claimed that the Irish have an excellent conveyor belt of talent frequently emerging from the Leinster schools system…
Liam Heagney
12 Mar 2025, 2:22
The reasons why Scotland insist French title win isn't a done deal
France lead the table ahead of the final weekend and a bonus-point victory on Saturday will guarantee them the title.
PA
12 Mar 2025, 1:54
Jac Morgan labelled 'best seven in Britain' ahead of Ben Earl clash
Despite Wales losing all four games in this season’s tournament and hovering dangerously close to a second successive wooden spo…
PA
12 Mar 2025, 1:40
Why 'the middle finger' makes Wales Ollie Chessum's best away day
Chessum’s only previous appearance at the Principality Stadium came two years ago when England triumphed 20-10 – and the exper…
PA
12 Mar 2025, 1:26
Ireland downplay Sam Prendergast injury concern
Hansen sat out Saturday’s 42-27 loss to title rivals France because of a quad strain.
PA
11 Mar 2025, 9:29
The defining moment that will 'raise massive question marks' for Ireland
South Africa greats Jean de Villiers and Schalk Burger have dismissed the notion that a gap has opened between the top teams in th…
Josh Raisey
11 Mar 2025, 8:59
'When we cross the line into personal insults, the fun is gone'
The Irish were blown away by a second-half French barrage and two late consolation tries were needed to massage the damaging 27-42…
Liam Heagney
11 Mar 2025, 7:30
Former Ireland captain delivers withering assessment of Six Nations
Former Ireland, and British and Irish Lions lock Donal Lenihan has said it is a "reflection of the Championship" if England finish…
Josh Raisey
11 Mar 2025, 7:19
Emotional Ollie Lawrence issues 46-word message following injury
Steve Borthwick’s side pulled clear of the Azzurri in the second half at Allianz Twickenham, winning 47-24 to keep alive their G…
Liam Heagney
11 Mar 2025, 4:46
Jamison Gibson-Park's 'kind of amazed' Conor Murray verdict
Munster player Murray is poised to make a 125th and final appearance for his country during Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations fina…
PA
11 Mar 2025, 4:11
‘Dupont may return just as fast and even wiser and smarter. France, and the world, hopes so’
ACL injuries are mentally challenging but Antoine Dupont's club-mate Jack Willis is proof players can come back even stronger.
LONG READ
Gavin Mortimer
11 Mar 2025, 1:17
The 'bit of a slap' influence Matt Sherratt had on Fin Smith's career
England fly-half Fin Smith will always be grateful for the “bit of a slap” Matt Sherratt gave him and the influence the Wales …
PA
10 Mar 2025, 12:05
Three Ireland stars available again as two more face fitness race
Ireland have confirmed that Tadhg Furlong, Garry Ringrose and Mack Hansen are set to return for their final match of the Guinness …
Josh Raisey
10 Mar 2025, 8:54
Lion among 2 Wales stars ruled out of England clash with injuries
Rogers suffered a fractured thumb during the 35-29 loss to Scotland at Murrayfield and Adams has a hamstring problem.
PA
10 Mar 2025, 8:52
The 'pin drop moment' Shaun Edwards was introduced to Wales
Alun Wyn Jones has revealed how a single declaration from Shaun Edwards caused what he calls a “pin-drop moment” during Wales…
Ian Cameron
10 Mar 2025, 8:38
Graham Simmons: 'Stick a fork in the 2025 Six Nations. It’s done.’
Ireland's grand hopes of a three-peat are blown to smithereens after French show of shock and awe in Dublin
LONG READ
Graham Simmons
10 Mar 2025, 8:07
England call up Ollie Lawrence replacement
England have called Max Ojomoh into their 35-man squad ahead of their final match of the Guinness Six Nations against Wales as a r…
Josh Raisey
10 Mar 2025, 7:26
Mick Cleary: 'Maro has drawn something from England. One day, those small steps might turn into a stride.'
England are in the mix for an unlikely shot at the Six Nations Championship to prove that baby steps are turning into real signs o…
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
10 Mar 2025, 7:11
How Dupont-less France tossed a grenade into Ireland's Grand Slam celebrations
Shorn of their greatest talent, Les Bleus eviscerated their fancied hosts with a blend of power and panache, raising questions abo…
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
10 Mar 2025, 5:38
Five options England have to replace Ollie Lawrence
For the first time in over a year, England will start a Test match without Ollie Lawrence in the midfield when play gets underway …
Opinion
Josh Raisey
10 Mar 2025, 3:42
5 things we learned from this weekend’s Six Nations as reputations damaged
France extinguished Ireland’s Grand Slam dream, England kept themselves in the championship hunt by beating Italy, and Scotland …
PA
10 Mar 2025, 3:01
Jarrod Evans ‘grateful’ to Matt Sherratt after Wales return
The Harlequins fly-half has made two substitute appearances in the Six Nations and kicked three conversions against Scotland.
PA
10 Mar 2025, 2:55
England left fearing the worst as injuries tarnish victory
England head coach Steve Borthwick fears centre Ollie Lawrence suffered a "severe" Achilles injury in England's 47-24 victory over…
Josh Raisey
09 Mar 2025, 11:28
England keep Six Nations hopes alive with big win over Italy
England kept themselves in Guinness Six Nations title contention after beating Italy 47-24 in bonus-point fashion at Allianz Stadi…
PA
09 Mar 2025, 10:33
England player ratings vs Italy | 2025 Six Nations
England player ratings: England kept themselves in the hunt for a Super Saturday push for the Guinness Six Nations title with a vi…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
09 Mar 2025, 10:06
How France, Ireland or England can clinch the Six Nations title
France's brilliant 42-27 win over Ireland in Dublin on Saturday means the 2025 Six Nations title is now Les Bleus' to lose, but Ir…
Analysis
Jon Newcombe
09 Mar 2025, 9:57
Italy player ratings vs England | 2025 Six Nations
Italy player ratings: England versus Italy games have always been tough affairs for the Azzurrri, and this 47-24 thumping was no d…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
09 Mar 2025, 9:56
France captain Antoine Dupont confirms knee injury rumours
The scrum-half was helped from the pitch in the 29th minute following an incident with Tadhg Beirne and Andrew Porter
PA
09 Mar 2025, 7:38
'Just now, probably this is the toughest fixture in world rugby'
The Scots are set for another underwhelming mid-table finish.
PA
09 Mar 2025, 6:09
Gregory Alldritt torn up by sight of Antoine Dupont in tears inside dressing room
Gregory Alldritt believes the sight of injured captain Antoine Dupont sitting disconsolate in the changing room fuelled France’s…
PA
09 Mar 2025, 5:18
Italy's Sebastian Negri expects stylistic change from England
Italy back row Sebastian Negri says the team have been “soul-searching” ahead of Sunday’s meeting with England at Allianz St…
PA
09 Mar 2025, 1:41
Late try spares Ireland from further ignominy in world rankings
Ireland drop to third but stay ahead of France thanks to late rally in Dublin.
Jon Newcombe
09 Mar 2025, 1:16
Josh van der Flier's matter of fact reaction to France loss
France propelled themselves into pole position for championship success with a crushing 42-27 victory in Dublin.
PA
09 Mar 2025, 1:15
Current and ex-Ireland stars leap to Sam Prendergast's defence after French flop
Caelan Doris and Rob Kearney have leapt to Sam Prendergast’s defence following Ireland’s disappointing loss to France.
Ian Cameron
09 Mar 2025, 1:00
The annoying Scotland habit Finn Russell wants to 'stamp out'
Finn Russell admitted Scotland need to sharpen up after their late drop-off took the shine off a five-try 35-29 Guinness Six Natio…
PA
08 Mar 2025, 13:38
Furious Fabien Galthie says France have cited two Ireland players over Antoine Dupont incident
Les Bleus captain Dupont is suspected to have suffered serious knee damage after being hurt during a ruck clearout.
PA
08 Mar 2025, 12:33
Wales player ratings vs Scotland | 2025 Six Nations
How the Wales players rated at Murrayfield as the vibes that almost carried them through against Ireland ran out in Scotland.
Opinion
Martyn Thomas
08 Mar 2025, 12:02
Wales lose 16th straight Test despite late fightback against Scotland
Gregor Townsend’s side held a 20-point lead by half-time at Murrayfield.
PA
08 Mar 2025, 11:12
Scotland player ratings vs Wales | 2025 Six Nations
Scotland player ratings: Scotland withheld Wales in Edinburgh on Saturday, registering a 35-29 win over the visitors in round fou…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
08 Mar 2025, 10:50
Many Ireland fans have the same complaint about Sam Prendergast
Sam Prendergast has been well and truly been cast as the fall guy following Ireland's heavy, Grand Slam destroying loss to France …
Ian Cameron
08 Mar 2025, 9:21
France player ratings vs Ireland | 2025 Six Nations
Despite losing their inspirational talisman Antoine Dupont to injury after just 29 minutes, they simply blew Ireland away with a b…
Opinion
Liam Heagney
08 Mar 2025, 9:08
France rally after losing Antoine Dupont to demolish Ireland
Les Bleus win comfortably despite their captain limping off injured in the first half.
PA
08 Mar 2025, 8:42
Ireland player ratings vs France | 2025 Six Nations
Ireland player ratings: Ireland's Six Nations Grand Slam hopes have well and truly been Le Crunched by France, who were deserved 4…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
08 Mar 2025, 8:18
England centre can make Rodri-like impact on England insists Alex Mitchell
The Northampton centre will make his third international appearance against Italy on Sunday.
PA
08 Mar 2025, 5:27
The single biggest talking point as England face Italy
Italy have never beaten England in 31 previous meetings.
PA
08 Mar 2025, 5:06
'The days where you could just scrum and walk around the pitch are gone'
Wales prop Nicky Smith will always remember a try-scoring display at Murrayfield five years ago for the celebration he forgot to d…
Interview
PA
08 Mar 2025, 0:36
A final farewell to 371 caps – Five Ireland v France talking points
The winner of Saturday’s clash in Dublin could go a long way to determining who will finish top of the Six Nations standings.
PA
08 Mar 2025, 0:25
Finn Russell's brutal truth as Scotland's Six Nations 'slipped away'
Finn Russell admitted it has been “tough” facing up to the reality of going into the business end of yet another Guinness Six …
PA
07 Mar 2025, 23:36
Maro Itoje hits back at England critics over repeated claim
Steve Borthwick’s side remain in title contention but they sit fourth in the try-scoring table.
PA
07 Mar 2025, 11:30
Ireland and France to contest new cup from 2026 onwards
Ireland and France will contest a new cup during the Guinness Six Nations, the French embassy in Dublin have revealed.
Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2025, 11:00
The 'major weapon' at Scotland's disposal that worries Matt Sherratt
Wales have not won a Six Nations game since March 2023.
PA
07 Mar 2025, 9:53
Antoine Dupont hopes pep talk from star reviled in Ireland can inspire France
The former France and Arsenal striker visited Fabien Galthie’s squad in the build-up to Saturday’s crunch round-four showdown …
PA
07 Mar 2025, 9:24
Finn Russell breaks silence on missed kicks and his many critics
The Scotland co-captain missed three kicks, including a late conversion in the 16-15 defeat to England.
PA
07 Mar 2025, 7:14
Italy hand Six Nations debut to Matt Gallagher
Gonzalo Quesada has reacted to Italy's record defeat to France by making six changes to his starting XV vs England.
Jon Newcombe
07 Mar 2025, 6:51
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 5 to 1
Wales' late, late show, Sexton's drop-goal, Russell's pass, Super Saturday 2015 and Wales' first Slam since 70s, but which is No.1…
LONG READ
Bryn Palmer Jamie Lyall Neil Squires Owain Jones Pat McCarry
07 Mar 2025, 4:41
Jettisoning your best attacking player makes no sense – Andy Goode
Steve Borthwick’s decision to jettison his best attacking player for the game where you should have the most success ball in han…
Andy Goode
07 Mar 2025, 4:07
Dupont vs JGP isn't the only 1-on-1 Simon Easterby is looking forward to
Les Bleus travel to Dublin seeking to snatch top spot in the Six Nations table.
PA
07 Mar 2025, 1:51
Five talking points as Scotland prepare to tackle ‘dangerous’ Wales
Gregor Townsend addresses Scotland's 'killer instinct', pack power, Jamie Ritchie's form and Finn Russell's goalkicking.
Analysis
Bryn Palmer
07 Mar 2025, 1:20
Can 'great' Gibson-Park best 'freakish' Dupont in scrum-half clash for the ages?
A duel between the two best nines on planet rugby is a mouth-watering aspect of the likely Six Nations title decider between Irela…
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
07 Mar 2025, 0:03
Wales need to back up Ireland performance and rattle Scotland's self-belief
Matt Sherratt put a spring in the step of every Welsh supporter against Ireland but he is wary of any regression up in Edinburgh
LONG READ
Mark Orders
06 Mar 2025, 23:42
Matt Sherratt: 'I am not naive. I knew there would be an emotional response'
Wales last fielded an unchanged team during the 2019 World Cup.
PA
06 Mar 2025, 10:42
Gregor Townsend on the 'wouldn’t be great' scenario Scotland fear
Wing Darcy Graham replaces Kyle Rowe for the contest against Wales.
PA
06 Mar 2025, 10:35
Why Jac Morgan has stood out to Wales boss Matt Sherratt
Matt Sherratt has hailed Wales’ “action captain” Jac Morgan ahead of Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations appointment with Scot…
PA
06 Mar 2025, 10:19
Jamie Osborne backed after switching positions for Ireland
Osborne will line up on the right wing for Ireland against title rivals France.
PA
06 Mar 2025, 9:05
Scotland opt for continuity as Darcy Graham returns
The winger returns from concussion, replacing Kyle Rowe in the starting line-up for Saturday's Six Nations game against Wales.
Jon Newcombe
06 Mar 2025, 6:00
English rugby pundits and fans really need to get a grip
The former Springboks on The Boks Office podcast have taken to calling the hottest of hot takes “premature adjudications”. Her…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
06 Mar 2025, 5:02
Matt Sherratt keeps faith with Wales starters as Dewi Lake returns
Interim Wales head coach Matt Sherratt has named an unchanged starting line-up for his side's Guinness Six Nations encounter with …
Martyn Thomas
06 Mar 2025, 4:47
Ireland change four for France, beef up their bench to a 6-2 split
The defending champions came away from Cardiff with a hard-fought 27-18 success that has them leading the way at the top of the ta…
Liam Heagney
06 Mar 2025, 4:09
France change two for Ireland but stick with 7-1 bench tactic
The French were in irresistible form last time out, swatting aside Italy on February 23 with a record-setting 73-24 win in Rome th…
Liam Heagney
06 Mar 2025, 2:10
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 10 to 6
Wales rock England, Scotland banish hoodoo, and France and Ireland end Grand Slam waits among our next five iconic moments.
LONG READ
Bryn Palmer Jamie Lyall Neil Squires Owain Jones Pat McCarry
06 Mar 2025, 1:14
What Taulupe Faletau said when asked about his Lions tour chances
Despite a scarcity of competitive rugby since the 2023 Rugby World Cup, it would be foolish in the extreme to think Faletau will n…
PA
05 Mar 2025, 10:58
England explain why they have dropped Marcus Smith and Henry Slade
Smith was moved from number 10 to full-back following the 27-22 defeat to Ireland in Dublin that began England’s Six Nations cam…
PA
05 Mar 2025, 10:38
The 'right our wrongs' target Zander Fagerson has set for Scotland
The Scots have won only one of their three championship matches so far and are out of title contention after consecutive defeats a…
PA
05 Mar 2025, 10:26
Marcus Smith benched as England change three to take on Italy
The English clung on to a 16-15 victory courtesy of a late missed conversion kick from the visiting Finn Russell and Borthwick’s…
Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2025, 7:00
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 15 to 11
Dupont's freakish power, O'Driscoll's genius, Scotland's sensational comeback and a Croke Park cracker feature in our next five o…
LONG READ
Bryn Palmer Jamie Lyall Neil Squires Owain Jones Pat McCarry
05 Mar 2025, 5:05
Why moving Tommy Freeman to centre could ignite England's attack
Steve Borthwick may profit handsomely from getting the ball into the Northampton fulcrum's hands more often than he can on the win…
LONG READ
Neil Squires
05 Mar 2025, 1:32
The Scotland prediction about Finn Russell's Calcutta Cup hangover
The Bath fly-half missed all three of his conversions, including a last-minute kick that would have edged his team in front, as th…
PA
05 Mar 2025, 0:15
Jamie George opens up on his international future
The 34-year-old succeeded Owen Farrell as England skipper ahead of last year’s championship before being demoted to vice-captain…
PA
04 Mar 2025, 10:45
The 'rattle good players' warning Wales have issued to Scotland
Wales have won on six of their last eight trips to Edinburgh, although they will head north following 15 successive Test defeats, …
PA
04 Mar 2025, 8:43
Tadhg Furlong faces decisive session in race to be fit for France
Furlong has yet to play in this year’s Championship because of calf and hamstring issues.
PA
04 Mar 2025, 7:45
Mixed Wales update on availability of Josh Adams, Gareth Anscombe
Adams, who has scored 21 tries in 61 Tests, was ruled out of the selection picture to face Ireland on February 22 because of a ham…
PA
04 Mar 2025, 6:55
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 20 to 16
Capuozzo’s sizzling break, Robinson's electric sidestep and Gatland's third Grand Slam feature among the second five of the tour…
LONG READ
Bryn Palmer Jamie Lyall Neil Squires Owain Jones Pat McCarry
04 Mar 2025, 6:51
The marvellous Maro Itoje stat that speaks volumes
The lock/flanker is proving indispensable as England's '80-minute man' and captain.
Analysis
Jon Newcombe
04 Mar 2025, 6:26
'Legend of football' inspires Antoine Dupont's France for Ireland
It was November 2009 when an infamous handball assist from Henry set up William Gallas for the extra-time goal that broke the hear…
Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2025, 4:55
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 25 to 21
Bouthier's 90m boot, Zebo's fancy footwork and Hodge's gala day feature among the first five of the tournament's most iconic momen…
LONG READ
Bryn Palmer Jamie Lyall Neil Squires Owain Jones Pat McCarry
03 Mar 2025, 8:34
Ireland call in four reinforcements as Caelan Doris update is given
Ireland captain Caelan Doris is making "positive strides" to return from his knee injury for their Guinness Six Nations round four…
Josh Raisey
03 Mar 2025, 7:36
The immovable object and the irresistible force
All roads lead to Dublin this weekend as France attempt to blur Ireland's copybook and deprive them of a precious Grand Slam
LONG READ
Graham Simmons
03 Mar 2025, 7:04
Springboks vs Ireland rankings war: What's on the line this weekend
The battle to be number one in the World Rugby Men's Rankings has been an interesting sub-plot to the first half of the latest Rug…
Jon Newcombe
03 Mar 2025, 6:39
Scotland draft three new players into squad as injuries take their toll
Matt Currie has been called into the Scotland squad just days after scoring a hat-trick for Edinburgh against Munster in the Unite…
Josh Raisey
03 Mar 2025, 3:24
The ex-Scotland insider sharpening Wales centre Max Llewellyn
Scotland have been warned that one of their own has helped turn Wales centre Max Llewellyn into a defence-busting force when the t…
Chris Jones
03 Mar 2025, 3:13
Referee Angus Gardner to reach major milestone
Australian whistleblower Angus Gardner takes charge of his 50th Test in Dublin this Saturday.
Jon Newcombe
03 Mar 2025, 3:12
Mack Hansen signs first central contract with Ireland
Mack Hansen has signed a new two-year deal with Connacht and Ireland, becoming the latest player to stay at least until the next W…
Josh Raisey
03 Mar 2025, 2:32
Mick Cleary: Five non-negotiables England need to display against Italy
Steve Borthwick is yet again under-fire for England's brand of rugby and the visit of Italy is the time prove his doubters wrong
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
03 Mar 2025, 1:53
Ben Thomas explains Wales' 'fall back in love' mission
It is less than three weeks since Matt Sherratt took the coaching reins on an interim basis after Warren Gatland’s departure fol…
PA
02 Mar 2025, 1:22
The Ted Hill ambition after ending long spell without England cap
The Bath forward came on in the closing moments of his side’s nail-biting 16-15 win over Scotland, his first international actio…
PA
02 Mar 2025, 1:21
‘Let’s have a go’: Jon Callard’s kicking plea to England
The former Test full-back wants Steve Borthwick's team to enbrace the positive side of kicking, instead of box ticking, box kickin…
Opinion
Jon Newcombe
02 Mar 2025, 0:00
Emmanuel Meafou back as France make four squad changes for Ireland
Fabien Galthie’s French swatted aside Italy last Sunday in Rome with a record 73-24 victory that featured 11 tries.
Liam Heagney
01 Mar 2025, 4:58
RFU board issue an update on CEO Bill Sweeney ahead of SGM
A formal letter, including the signatories of 141 RFU member clubs and referee societies, issued a vote of no confidence in Sweene…
PA
28 Feb 2025, 10:26
Bewildered Ellis Genge hits back at ‘out of touch’ England critics
Steve Borthwick’s side have won their last two Guinness Six Nations matches by the skin of their teeth at the Allianz Stadium, s…
PA
28 Feb 2025, 4:38
'No-nonsense' heroes square up for Six Nations-defining tussle in Dublin
Peter O'Mahony and Francois Cros play brilliantly effective if somewhat unheralded roles for Ireland and France.
LONG READ
Gavin Mortimer
27 Feb 2025, 15:28
England explain why Marcus Smith is set for extended full-back role
After eight Tests in a row at fly-half, Smith was switched to number 15 for the Guinness Six Nations games against France and Scot…
PA
27 Feb 2025, 10:26
Six Nations isn't over for Garry Ringrose despite his red card ban
The midfielder was yellow-carded by referee Christophe Ridley in the first half in Cardiff, a sanction upgraded to a 20-minute red…
Liam Heagney
27 Feb 2025, 9:51
George Martin injury update issued by England
Martin was unable to take his place on the bench for last weekend’s nail-biting Calcutta Cup victory over Scotland and has now b…
PA
27 Feb 2025, 7:03
'Wales' challenge now is to make the effort against Ireland their default setting’
Two more big Six Nations displays might yet send Wales into the summer feeling the worst is behind them.
LONG READ
Mark Orders
27 Feb 2025, 5:11
Steve Borthwick hits back in Exeter row over Immanuel Feyi-Waboso
The young international winger was only recently sent for an operation on the shoulder injury suffered on club duty on December 21…
Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2025, 11:23
Jack van Poortvliet the big winner as England name 29-strong squad
Ben Spencer, who has been replaced by van Poortvliet, was one of eight players from last week’s Calcutta Cup squad not included …
Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2025, 11:00
Ollie Lawrence determined to show his 'true self' for England
Cast as the new Manu Tuilagi, Ollie Lawrence had precious few opportunities to show off his destructive qualities on both sides of…
Jon Newcombe
26 Feb 2025, 9:00
Does a crowd have the right to boo their team if they're not being entertained?
When Alex Mitchell lofted another kick into the heavens, the Twickenham crowd groaned. Do they have a right to complain about the …
LONG READ
Neil Squires
26 Feb 2025, 7:41
Baxter to hold talks with RFU over handling of Feyi-Waboso situation
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that he will meet with the RFU after the Guinness Six Nations to discuss his concerns about t…
Neil Fissler
26 Feb 2025, 3:30
Ellis Mee explains his George North-like Test debut for Wales
The 21-year-old Scarlets wing’s appearance against Guinness Six Nations title favourites Ireland was his first for any represent…
PA
26 Feb 2025, 1:18
The thing that irritates Nick Mallett about Italian rugby
The former Azzurri head coach was left aghast at Italy's 73-24 capitulation at home to the French in Rome last Sunday.
Opinion
Jon Newcombe
26 Feb 2025, 0:16
Ex-Springbok believes England have fixed their 'missing link'
Despite the criticism that has been directed at England for their gameplan deployed in their win over Scotland, former South Afric…
Josh Raisey
25 Feb 2025, 9:00
'Exciting' or 'a terrible change'? How the new scrum-half law may shape attacking rugby
Recent changes offering greater protection to rugby's tone-setters have already created enticing possibilities. But not everyone i…
LONG READ
Daniel Gallan
25 Feb 2025, 8:12
Have England suddenly become a 'lucky' team?
Back-to-back victories by a single point have buoyed the Red Rose, while raising further questions about the team's progression.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
25 Feb 2025, 8:03
Wales hooker Dewi Lake recalled to Six Nations squad
Wales have been boosted by the return of Dewi Lake to the squad ahead of their Guinness Six Nations trip to Scotland.
Martyn Thomas
25 Feb 2025, 2:43
Six Nations pitch given black mark by Scottish fly-half
Players were daubed in wet paint from the sponsor's logo in the Wales vs Ireland game at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
Jon Newcombe
24 Feb 2025, 23:50
Kicking coach Jon Callard's verdict on the Finn Russell miss
Former England full-back and kicking coach Jon Callard knows exactly how Finn Russell would have felt when he lined up the shot at…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
24 Feb 2025, 10:05
Regrets, a renaissance and a rout
Round Three of the Six Nations delivered in spades as Wales looked reborn, France put on a show and England laboured to an unlikel…
LONG READ
Graham Simmons
24 Feb 2025, 9:54
Three England A players knocking on the door of a Six Nations call-up
England find themselves in a strange position heading into the final two rounds of the Guinness Six Nations.
Opinion
Josh Raisey
24 Feb 2025, 6:22
Beaten but unbowed, Welsh rugby shows a defiance that suggest brighter times lie ahead
Matt Sherratt has introduced a level of positivity that has been absent from Welsh rugby for some time, but the must seize upon th…
LONG READ
Owain Jones
24 Feb 2025, 5:27
England’s clunky chariot desperately trying to splutter into life
England may have the Calcutta Cup back but there was little jubilation after a win which raised more questions.
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
24 Feb 2025, 4:41
Wales missing 8 players as Scotland preparation begins
Interim Wales boss Matt Sherratt's hopes of building on an encouraging performance against Ireland may be hamstrung by the realiti…
Martyn Thomas
24 Feb 2025, 3:05
Dafydd Jenkins: 'I am not playing the game to lose'
Dafydd Jenkins says the emphasis is on hard work for Wales after green shoots of recovery surfaced in their performance against Gu…
PA
23 Feb 2025, 10:22
Six Nations: 5 things we've learned from half-way point weekend
Ireland and England edged two desperately close encounters while France ran amok against Italy as the third round of the Guinness …
PA
23 Feb 2025, 10:09
France player ratings vs Italy | 2025 Six Nations
Embracing the dry and sunny Sunday afternoon conditions, the invite to create was eagerly snapped up by two sides who frequently m…
Opinion
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2025, 9:13
Antoine Dupont's France run riot against Italy in Rome
Italy felt the full force of a French backlash as Antoine Dupont orchestrated a 73-24 Guinness Six Nations victory in Rome.
PA
23 Feb 2025, 9:07
Italy player ratings vs France | 2025 Six Nations
Italy player ratings: Despite a couple of bright individual performances, Italy were overrun by France’s unplayable blend of pow…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
23 Feb 2025, 8:52
The Ireland verdict on 'perfect man' Sam Prendergast
A title hat-trick, which has never previously been achieved, and the Grand Slam will be guaranteed if Ireland win their remaining …
PA
23 Feb 2025, 5:39
England provide update on injured duo after early exits
England head coach Steve Borthwick has allayed any fears that flanker Tom Curry suffered a serious injury against Scotland despite…
Josh Raisey
23 Feb 2025, 4:24
'I believe we did that': Gregor Townsend on what Scotland achieved in England loss
The Calcutta Cup was seized from Scottish hands through a 16-15 defeat that would have ended differently had Finn Russell nailed a…
PA
23 Feb 2025, 3:43
Billy Sela: 'It was a reality check, a sick feeling of heartbreak'
He was late to the Tuesday afternoon Zoom, an overrun at training pushing back the original rendezvous time, but the delay didn’…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
22 Feb 2025, 22:03
Gregor Townsend defends Finn Russell following Calcutta Cup loss
Co-captain Russell squandered a last-gasp kick for victory at Allianz Stadium.
PA
22 Feb 2025, 14:02
Steve Borthwick confronts the question many England fans are asking
England head coach Steve Borthwick has admitted that his side "don't necessarily want to play" the way they did in their 16-15 Gui…
Josh Raisey
22 Feb 2025, 12:41
Finn Russell misses shot at glory as England end Scotland run
Finn Russell squandered a last-gasp conversion for victory as Scotland’s four-year stranglehold on the Calcutta Cup ended with a…
PA
22 Feb 2025, 11:36
Simon Easterby on what Ireland were saying at half-time during Wales scare
A comeback victory in Cardiff gave Ireland their eighth Triple Crown success of the Six Nations era.
PA
22 Feb 2025, 11:03
Scotland player ratings vs England | 2025 Six Nations
England defeated Scotland in a thrilling affair at the Allianz Stadium on Saturday afternoon in the third round of the Guinness Si…
Analysis
Jack Tunney
22 Feb 2025, 11:00
The England tactic enraging rugby fans online after Scotland match
England’s 16-15 victory over Scotland in the Calcutta Cup has failed to appease a sizeable portion of rugby fans, who took to so…
Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2025, 10:51
England player ratings vs Scotland | 2025 Six Nations
England player ratings: England's eight-year wait for a home win over Scotland came to an end on Saturday, as they ran out 16-15 …
Opinion
Josh Raisey
22 Feb 2025, 10:50
'Can we build on this?' Matt Sherratt sets Wales challenge
Interim Wales head coach Matt Sherratt believes his side’s Guinness Six Nations defeat to Ireland has “whet people’s appetit…
Martyn Thomas
22 Feb 2025, 10:27
Wales fans all asking same question after performance against Ireland
Ireland survived a serious scare on Saturday, securing the Triple Crown in Cardiff with a 27-18 victory over a rejuvenated Wales s…
Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2025, 9:17
Ireland survive Wales scare to secure Triple Crown in Cardiff
While Wales ultimately fell to a 15th-successive Test match defeat, Ireland marched on in pursuit of the Grand Slam and an histori…
PA
22 Feb 2025, 8:44
Wales player ratings vs Ireland | 2025 Six Nations
How the Wales players rated at the Principality Stadium as Wales come up short despite an improved performance against Ireland.
Opinion
Martyn Thomas
22 Feb 2025, 8:41
Ireland player ratings vs Wales | 2025 Six Nations
Ireland player ratings: Unbackable favourites Ireland were well and truly humbled, even if they ultimately did scrape and scrap to…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2025, 8:15
Ex-Ireland great blasts 'arrogant' Ireland claim in 49-word post
Former Ireland flanker turned pundit Stephen Ferris has poured cold water on recent suggestions from sections of the rugby media t…
Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2025, 6:06
Rory Darge on Finn Russell, accusation levelled at Scotland's pack
Russell has been passed fit to start Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations showdown at the Allianz Stadium after recovering from a nas…
PA
21 Feb 2025, 10:35
'He had a lasting effect on me': Matt Sherratt hails ex-England head coach
Matt Sherratt has hailed the influence of former England and Scotland boss Andy Robinson on him as he prepares for the biggest day…
PA
21 Feb 2025, 10:19
Dan Sheehan: What Ireland have been 'talking about' all week ahead of Wales
Ireland will clinch the Triple Crown if they beat Wales in Cardiff..
PA
21 Feb 2025, 8:37
Fabien Galthie wields axe with 7 changes to France squad and 7-1 bench
Fabien Galthie has changed four players in his starting XV to take on Italy in Rome on Sunday to the one that lost to England in r…
Josh Raisey
21 Feb 2025, 7:29
How Wales camp is reacting to being 'written off' against Ireland
Captain Jac Morgan says it is a “big motivation” for Wales after being widely written off against Guinness Six Nations title f…
PA
21 Feb 2025, 6:42
'Emotional' England vow to end Scotland run with 'beating-your-chest fury'
Scotland head to Twickenham on Saturday seeking a record-breaking fifth consecutive win over England.
PA
21 Feb 2025, 6:27
Italy tweak victorious XV with two changes for France visit
Italy have made two changes from the XV that were victorious over Wales in round two of the Guinness Six Nations for the visit fro…
Josh Raisey
21 Feb 2025, 6:22
'Everyone says teams who play against England 'they find a bit extra''
England have vowed to bring “nastiness” to Saturday’s crunch Guinness Six Nations showdown with Scotland.
PA
21 Feb 2025, 5:14
England can't afford another false dawn against Scotland – Andy Goode
England need to prove they don’t have a mental block when it comes to facing Scotland and take advantage of momentum being in th…
Opinion
Andy Goode
21 Feb 2025, 4:18
Marcus Smith: '10 per cent of myself was questioning my performance'
The England plamaker talks junk food, boybands and shares how he felt about losing the No10 jersey, The latest episode of O2 Insid…
Jon Newcombe
21 Feb 2025, 3:28
Captain Jack van Poortvliet one of four Test players in England A side
Leicester Tigers scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet will captain the England A side that will take on Ireland A on Sunday at Bristol's…
Josh Raisey
21 Feb 2025, 3:16
Wales' horror stats and 4 other talking points before facing Ireland
Gatland departed following Wales’ 14th successive Test defeat.
PA
21 Feb 2025, 2:17
The Lions decider? – 5 England v Scotland talking points
England will be aiming to wrestle the Calcutta Cup from Scotland when they meet in Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations showdown at A…
PA
21 Feb 2025, 2:03
Brendan Fanning: 'Wales have been insulted by the degree of arrogance abroad on this side of the Irish Sea.'
For Simon Easterby, a raft of changes is deemed to be manageable to overcome a Welsh side shorn of confidence and belief
LONG READ
Brendan Fanning
21 Feb 2025, 0:24
Chris Ashton names his best/worst coaches and most annoying rival
The former England finisher hung up his boots at the end of the 2022/23 season, stepping away after helping Leicester Tigers win t…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
21 Feb 2025, 0:13
Gregor Townsend on why Finn Russell is back and Darcy Graham isn't
The fly-half was substituted with a concussion during the defeat to Ireland two weeks ago.
PA
20 Feb 2025, 10:58
The online barb that saw Matt Sherratt delete his 'social media pretty quickly'
Matt Sherratt wants his Wales team to be brave and not “die wondering” against Guinness Six Nations title favourites Ireland o…
PA
20 Feb 2025, 10:44
'He’s a supreme athlete. He looks like Captain America or Superman'
The Bath forward has been added to England’s bench against Scotland after George Martin’s injury.
PA
20 Feb 2025, 10:35
High stakes as Scotland seek historic fifth straight Calcutta Cup win
England are odds-on favourites to end their losing run against Scotland, but the visitors have reasons to believe.
LONG READ
Bryn Palmer
20 Feb 2025, 9:57
England call Ted Hill into 23 after losing star to injury
Martin was initially selected among the replacements but has been ruled out by injury.
PA
20 Feb 2025, 7:33
Simon Easterby quizzed on Ireland future ahead of Wales
Easterby is leading Ireland on an interim basis as Andy Farrell prepares for the British and Irish Lions tour.
PA
20 Feb 2025, 6:14
Scarlets winger to make Wales debut as Matt Sherratt names 1st team
Matt Sherratt made wholesale changes as expected as he named his first starting XV as interim Wales coach, for Saturday's visit of…
Martyn Thomas
20 Feb 2025, 5:49
Finn Russell starts as Scotland change three for Calcutta Cup clash
Gregor Townsend has named his team for the trip to London as Scotland chase a historic fifth straight win over England.
Jon Newcombe
20 Feb 2025, 5:37
Rugby needs to get over itself and stop being so precious
Three days after Warren Gatland’s Wales stuttered to yet another defeat to Italy in Rome, and 10 days before Matt Sherratt’s W…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
20 Feb 2025, 4:07
Chris Ashton: 'I'd a bit of a go at Fin once and had to apologise'
Ashton's sources were spot on. Borthwick indeed went early, revealing his match day 23 two days earlier than originally planned.
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
20 Feb 2025, 2:57
Ireland ring changes for Six Nations clash with Wales
Ireland head coach Simon Easterby has rung the changes as he named his team to face Wales in Round 3 of the Guinness Men's Six Nat…
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2025, 1:21
‘Golden boy of English rugby may be destined to be frustrated super-sub'
Reduced to serving as a last-quarter game-changer would be a waste for a player with Marcus Smith's skills.
LONG READ
Neil Squires
19 Feb 2025, 9:12
Ben Youngs: 'There's still question marks against England'
Ben Youngs, England's most-capped male player, is convinced that England will break their record-equalling four-game losing run to…
Jon Newcombe
19 Feb 2025, 8:43
Sherratt hoping he can inspire an upturn in Welsh fortunes as Ireland loom large
As aftershocks from Warren Gatland's departure continue to be felt, Matt Sherratt is hoping some positivity can stir Wales into ac…
LONG READ
Mark Orders
19 Feb 2025, 8:37
The wholesale Wales changes Matt Sherratt is poised to make
Wales’ interim head coach, who is at the helm for three games only as immediate successor to Warren Gatland, could hand Nottingh…
PA
19 Feb 2025, 4:30
'I was living out of boxes, sitting on a mattress when Scotland call came'
Called up out of the blue a few months earlier as the last throes of Covid-interrupted 2020 Six Nations were played out in the Aut…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
19 Feb 2025, 4:29
Six Nations: Rivalries and realities in round three
The storied tournament is reaching the meaty middle with three thundering clashes bound to deliver drama in spades
LONG READ
Graham Simmons
19 Feb 2025, 3:33
Warren Gatland has broken his silence on his Wales exit
The New Zealander decided to walk away from his Welsh job following his team’s record 14th Test defeat in a row, resulting in th…
Liam Heagney
19 Feb 2025, 2:34
Aaron Wainwright gives his verdict on Wales' record losing streak
The back row forward is also on a mission to prove people wrong, starting with Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations clash against tit…
PA
19 Feb 2025, 0:50
England explain their backing for Marcus Smith to stay on the kicks
Smith wastefully skewed a conversion and a penalty during a 10-minute spell in the second half against France.
PA
19 Feb 2025, 0:32
One change as Steve Borthwick names his England team two days early
The head coach wasn’t due to declare his hand until Thursday lunchtime, but he ended all the speculation with his Tuesday aftern…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2025, 7:15
What Jamie Ritchie makes of the bookies writing off Scotland
The Scots have won each of their last four meetings with the Auld Enemy and have lost only one of the last seven.
PA
18 Feb 2025, 6:21
Irish title charge hits roadblock with Caelan Doris one of three out
Ireland captain Caelan Doris has been ruled out of their Guinness Six Nations round three contest against Wales on Saturday with a…
Josh Raisey
18 Feb 2025, 5:42
'It’s not comfortable': England training turns 'edgy' before Scotland
Gregor Townsend’s team are chasing a record-breaking fifth consecutive win over their fierce rivals on Saturday.
PA
18 Feb 2025, 1:17
Mick Cleary: England's five non-negotiables for Calcutta Cup glory
Bottling emotion and making steady selections are key if England are to end their drought against Scotland.
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
17 Feb 2025, 13:42
Scotland stars Finn Russell and Darcy Graham ‘in the hunt’ to face England
Talismanic co-captain Russell and free-scoring wing Graham were cast as doubts for the Calcutta Cup clash after suffering head inj…
PA
17 Feb 2025, 9:10
Cadan Murley reveals what shocked him most about step up to Test rugby
Having experienced his first taste of Test rugby in the opening round of the Guinness Six Nations against Ireland, England's Cadan…
Josh Raisey
17 Feb 2025, 9:04
Injuries force Scotland into squad reshuffle with three new arrivals
Gregor Townsend has called Ross McCann, Ali Price and Cameron Redpath into his Scotland squad that are in Spain currently preparin…
Josh Raisey
17 Feb 2025, 5:56
Tom Willis can become England's answer to world class Gregory Alldritt
Former captain Nick Easter believes Tom Willis can become England’s answer to French star Gregory Alldritt if the Saracens forwa…
Interview
Chris Jones
17 Feb 2025, 4:01
Franco Smith is surprisingly direct when addressing Wales links
Glasgow Warriors boss Franco Smith has said that he would "like to coach international rugby again" amid links with the Wales head…
Josh Raisey
17 Feb 2025, 3:58
'The decision not to allow Finn Russell back on at Murrayfield was an enlightened one.'
With the heightened awareness around concussion the decision not to send Finn Russell back on the field was significant
LONG READ
Neil Squires
17 Feb 2025, 3:57
T. Rhys Thomas joins Wales coaching staff for rest of Six Nations
Former international forward T. Rhys Thomas has joined Matt Sherratt’s Wales coaching staff for the remainder of this season’s…
PA
17 Feb 2025, 3:49
Alex Dombrandt recalled to England squad for Scotland clash
Alex Coles and Henry Pollock are also added for Calcutta Cup week.
PA
16 Feb 2025, 12:30
Hamstring problem rules Lion out of Ireland’s game with Wales
Ireland will secure the Triple Crown with victory in Cardiff.
PA
16 Feb 2025, 6:46
'Hurting' England desperate to reclaim Calcutta Cup from Scotland
Alex Mitchell admits that England are “hurting” following a record-equalling run of four successive defeats against Scotland.
…
PA
15 Feb 2025, 4:29
Ireland explain what Tadhg Furlong must do to face Wales
Furlong and McCarthy were out injured for the 27-22 victory over England at the Aviva Stadium with which Ireland opened their camp…
PA
14 Feb 2025, 11:18
Fin Smith opens up on talks with Gregor Townsend before choosing England
Fin Smith has Scottish connections everywhere he looks – but that will not stop England’s fly-half plotting the Calcutta Cup d…
PA
14 Feb 2025, 5:29
Steve Borthwick urged by predecessor to make radical Ben Earl decision
Former England head coach Eddie Jones has encouraged current boss Steve Borthwick to play Ben Earl at inside centre to help his si…
Josh Raisey
14 Feb 2025, 3:59
How will Matt Sherratt rebuild crumbling Wales?
The interim head coach has scant time to address massive issues, but can implement short-term change.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
13 Feb 2025, 23:47
Jack Conan: A Lion longer in the tooth, but bearing his claws
Often deployed from the bench, the Leinster juggernaut is timing his run perfectly for the tour of Australia.
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
13 Feb 2025, 8:50
'That’s one change' - An insider's take on new Wales boss Matt Sherratt
There are few people in the game of rugby who know the new Wales head coach Matt Sherratt better than Danny Wilson.
Interview
Simon Thomas
13 Feb 2025, 8:43
Italy dealt double injury blow but receive ban boost
Italy will be without winger Monty Ioane and lock Dino Lamb for their camp ahead of their Guinness Six Nations round three fixture…
Josh Raisey
13 Feb 2025, 8:30
'World-class' Garry Ringrose follows team-mate with new Ireland deal
Garry Ringrose has signed a new contract with Ireland and Leinster that will run until the end of the 2027/28 season.
Josh Raisey
13 Feb 2025, 5:23
Rob Howley fate decided as Matt Sherratt calls up Wales reinforcements
Matt Sherratt has wasted little time in putting his stamp on the Wales squad for the remainder of the Six Nations, calling up thre…
Martyn Thomas
13 Feb 2025, 4:51
Beattie gives word of caution to Townsend doubters amid growing unrest
Johnnie Beattie has told Gregor Townsend’s doubters to be careful what they wish for as he stressed that Scotland’s current st…
PA
13 Feb 2025, 1:34
Ollie Sleightholme explains altercation with Damian Penaud
Elliot Daly’s converted final-minute try on Saturday snatched a 26-25 win at the Allianz Stadium.
PA
13 Feb 2025, 1:04
'It's just a mess' – time to cut the Welsh regions
Former Springboks head coach Nick Mallett has delivered a withering verdict on the grim situation in Wales in the latest episode o…
Jon Newcombe
12 Feb 2025, 9:01
England's Ellis Genge raises thousands for local community
The Genge Fund, the foundation created by England and Bristol Bears loosehead prop Ellis Genge, has announced a successful fundrai…
Josh Raisey
12 Feb 2025, 8:00
Steve Diamond on the 'period of adversity' that helped make Fin Smtih
Fin Smith’s path to international rugby has involved dealing with significant mental and physical challenges, including the oner…
Interview
Chris Jones
12 Feb 2025, 6:51
Finn Russell excluded, struggling England man in: Ex-Bok boss' Lions 10s
Former South Africa and Italy head coach Nick Mallett would not pick Scotland co-captain Finn Russell for the British and Irish Li…
Josh Raisey
12 Feb 2025, 5:52
Brendan Fanning: 'It doesn’t matter how good or bad Wales are, what can Ireland do for themselves?'
Simon Easterby's men are odds on to lift a third consecutive Six Nations but it doesn't mean they can rest on their laurels
LONG READ
Brendan Fanning
12 Feb 2025, 4:44
Tom Curry marked absent as England name training week squad of 28
The English kick-started their season with last Saturday’s last-gasp round two Allianz Stadium win over France.
Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2025, 4:35
Sherratt parachuted in to inspire Wales as Gatland heads for inglorious exit
Wales have reached a nadir and action had to be taken, leaving a proud rugby nation in search of positivity and hope
LONG READ
Owain Jones
12 Feb 2025, 2:08
'You can tell how the English think of the Scottish': Tom Jordan
Scotland take on England in the Six Nations a week on Saturday.
PA
12 Feb 2025, 1:47
France lack killer instinct of champions after dose of rugby ‘yips’
A lack of execution under pressure made France's defeat by England the most demoralising of Fabien Galthié’s reign.
LONG READ
Gavin Mortimer
11 Feb 2025, 10:16
Matt Sherratt outlines long-term position on Wales job
Interim Wales head coach Matt Sherratt has ruled himself out of contention to replace Warren Gatland on a full-time basis.
Martyn Thomas
11 Feb 2025, 8:22
Ireland's Grand Slam tilt handed triple injury boost
Injured trio Tadhg Furlong, Mack Hansen and Joe McCarthy could be available for the Six Nations showdown with Wales in Cardiff on …
PA
11 Feb 2025, 7:24
What Tuesday's exit means for Warren Gatland's legacy in Wales
Such giddy achievements, though, tell only part of the Gatland story. There is a chapter two.
Opinion
PA
11 Feb 2025, 6:04
WRU statement: Warren Gatland gone, caretaker Wales boss confirmed
Defeat for the Welsh away to Italy in the Guinness Six Nations was their latest in a wretched run stretching back to Rugby World C…
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2025, 5:41
How the England firm of 'Smith & Smith' toppled France
Steve Borthwick's new playmaking axis had a huge bearing on a seminal English win on Saturday evening.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
11 Feb 2025, 5:13
Warren Gatland set to immediately quit Wales job
Wales head coach Warren Gatland is set to leave his role immediately, it has been widely reported.
Josh Raisey
11 Feb 2025, 3:24
New twist sees Romain Ntamack's Six Nations ban extended
France fly-half Romain Ntamack will now miss round three of the Guinness Six Nations against Italy after a failed attempt to bypas…
Josh Raisey
11 Feb 2025, 2:29
Peter O'Mahony issues a 40-word response to 'booing' Scotland fans
Simon Easterby’s blindside played 52 minutes of the Guinness Six Nations round two match at Scottish Gas Murrayfield, departing …
Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2025, 2:10
Simon Easterby recognises 'pivotal' moment in record Six Nations chase
Ireland have a maximum points haul from wins over England and Scotland.
PA
11 Feb 2025, 1:58
Eyes to the skies as 16-year high achieved in Italy vs Wales game
As a soccer-mad country, Italians are well versed in putting boot to ball and the country's rugby team are keen to follow type, as…
Analysis
Jon Newcombe
10 Feb 2025, 9:18
Eddie Jones weighs in on the biggest debate in English rugby currently
Former head coach Eddie Jones believes it is the "next step" for England to pick players from abroad, saying it is "just a matter …
Josh Raisey
10 Feb 2025, 8:50
Warren Gatland's Roman raid goes awry as he prepares to meet his fate
Wales have dropped to their lowest ever ranking and face a battle not to lose 17 Tests in a row. Something has to change
LONG READ
Ross Harries
10 Feb 2025, 8:06
'Answering intractable Irish Question will befuddle better teams than Scotland'
With 10 points in the bag already, and an historic three-peat on offer, this Six Nations is Ireland's to lose.
LONG READ
Graham Simmons
10 Feb 2025, 7:19
The Scotland scenario that'd make Gregor Townsend 'much more concerned'
Sunday’s demoralising defeat at the hands of an Irish side chasing a third consecutive title brought a familiar sense of deflati…
PA
10 Feb 2025, 5:02
What rugby fans are saying about England's Marcus Smith at fullback
Rugby fans have been left well and truly polarised by England’s Marcus Smith and his at fullback in their Round 2 Guinness Six N…
Ian Cameron
10 Feb 2025, 4:48
The reaction to historic rankings drop from inside the Wales camp
A second successive wooden spoon seemingly awaits after a record drubbing by France was followed by a 22-15 defeat against Italy.
PA
10 Feb 2025, 1:39
Mick Cleary: 'England are back in the fight, no longer the object of scorn.'
Just when hope was starting to drain from England's fans at Twickenham, Steve Borthwick's side pulled off a victory to lift the sp…
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
10 Feb 2025, 0:35
'Real deal' - Four takeaways from Scotland versus Ireland
Ireland's hopes of retaining the Six Nations title and potentially claiming a Grand Slam took a shot in the arm after they swept a…
Opinion
Bryn Palmer
09 Feb 2025, 12:48
What Simon Easterby thought Ireland did 'really well' against Scotland
Simon Easterby hailed ruthless Ireland as they kept Scotland “at arm’s length” to steal a significant march in their quest t…
PA
09 Feb 2025, 12:03
Monday meeting to determine Romain Ntamack availability for France
Suspended for three matches following the red card he received against Wales on the opening day of the 2025 Six Nations, Romain Nt…
Jérémy Fahner
09 Feb 2025, 10:56
5 things we learned from this weekend’s Six Nations action
England edged past France in a thrilling contest, while Wales fell to a 14th straight defeat and Ireland maintained their perfect …
PA
09 Feb 2025, 10:29
'Pardon my French': Elliot Daly needs expletive to explain England's approach to France
Daly’s final-minute try sealed a dramatic 26-25 triumph over France at Allianz Stadium.
PA
09 Feb 2025, 10:20
Scotland player ratings vs Ireland | 2025 Six Nations
Scotland player ratings: Scotland’s hopes of launching a credible Six Nations challenge suffered a major setback as they suffere…
Opinion
Bryn Palmer
09 Feb 2025, 9:48
Ireland alive in hunt for Six Nations Grand Slam after dispatching Scotland
Ireland bolstered their hopes of a third successive Guinness Six Nations title as they made it 11 wins in a row over Scotland with…
PA
09 Feb 2025, 9:41
Darcy Graham taken to hospital after freak friendly-fire collision with Finn Russell
Scotland’s Guinness Six Nations clash with Ireland at Murrayfield was overshadowed by a concerning incident involving Darcy Grah…
Ian Cameron
09 Feb 2025, 9:35
Ireland player ratings vs Scotland | 2025 Six Nations
Ireland player ratings: Scotland certainly put it up to Ireland in a chaotic 32-18 scrap in Murrayfield, but the men in green show…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
09 Feb 2025, 8:59
'We’re going for the rest of them' - England rookie's warning after dramatic late win
Baxter joined Elliot Daly in stepping off the bench to score a try in a breathless climax.
PA
09 Feb 2025, 6:39
Maro Itoje's curious role in match-winning decision fixed two issues
Cast your minds back to England's first Test against the All Blacks in Dunedin's Forsyth Barr Stadium in July. Only eight matches …
Josh Raisey
09 Feb 2025, 5:01
'It can’t carry on like this' - Warren Gatland’s Wales reign hurtling towards conclusion
Wales have lost eight successive Six Nations games during record run.
PA
09 Feb 2025, 2:46
Wales slump to record low in world rankings
Wales' 22-15 defeat to Italy has seen Warren Gatland's team sink to their lowest-ever position in the world rankings.
Jon Newcombe
09 Feb 2025, 2:15
What Scotland expect from Tom Jordan in Sione Tuipulotu's No12 role
The 26-year-old back will wear the number 12 jersey usually reserved for injured centre and national team captain Sione Tuipulotu …
PA
09 Feb 2025, 0:22
'Average game': What went wrong with Antoine Dupont against England
France's superstar Antoine Dupont had an uncharacteristic game at Twickenham against England as France came crashing back to Earth…
Ben Smith
08 Feb 2025, 22:28
'Nowhere near the French side we've seen': France lambasted for below par handling display
France have seen their Grand Slam hopes go up in smoke at Twickenham as England escaped with a 26-25 win at the death with a last …
Ben Smith
08 Feb 2025, 18:05
Why Maro Itoje isn't fulfilled after England's win over France
Elliot Daly’s last-minute try, converted by Fin Smith, decided a breathless Six Nations clash against France.
PA
08 Feb 2025, 15:40
Shell-shocked Galthie hits back at false claim directed at France team
France head coach Fabien Galthie has dismissed any accusations that his side were arrogant in a sloppy performance that condemned …
Josh Raisey
08 Feb 2025, 13:00
Borthwick: The big England changes that made all the difference
England head coach Steve Borthwick has identified the experience on the bench as the deciding factor in his side's 26-25 victory o…
Josh Raisey
08 Feb 2025, 12:27
Rugby fans and ex-Test stand-offs unite over Eddie Jones punditry
Eddie Jones’ return to the Six Nations spotlight as an ITV pundit for England’s clash with France drew fairly unanimous negati…
Ian Cameron
08 Feb 2025, 12:10
England player ratings vs France | 2025 Six Nations
They looked set to be pipped at the post once more only to summon up the type of fighting spirit last decisively seen in their glo…
Opinion
Liam Heagney
08 Feb 2025, 11:37
England strike back to beat France in breathless Six Nations thriller
Elliot Daly’s score ended a run of seven successive defeats against top-tier opposition.
PA
08 Feb 2025, 11:26
France player ratings vs England | 2025 Six Nations
France player ratings: France's hopes of a Grand Slam were shattered at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium on Saturday, as England stru…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
08 Feb 2025, 10:46
Warren Gatland reacts to Wales loss, makes bleak admission
Wales’ 22-15 Guinness Six Nations loss to Italy in a rainswept Rome left them hurtling towards a second successive tournament wo…
PA
08 Feb 2025, 10:39
Wales player ratings vs Italy | 2025 Six Nations
Wales player ratings: Warren Gatland's Wales have plumbed depths in Rome, losing to Italy 22-15 at the Stadio Olimpico.
Opinion
Neil Fissler
08 Feb 2025, 8:49
'He’s class' – Mack Hansen's replacement backed to shine for Ireland
Hansen has been ruled out of Sunday’s game against Scotland with a hamstring injury.
PA
08 Feb 2025, 8:40
Italy condemn Warren Gatland's Wales to fresh rock-bottom in Rome
Wales slumped to a new world ranking low of 12th, with Georgia climbing above them.
PA
08 Feb 2025, 8:24
Italy player ratings vs Wales | 2025 Six Nations
Was this a coming-of-age moment for the Azzurri? The Italians took to the field with hopes higher than the Leaning Tower of Pisa a…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
08 Feb 2025, 8:05
Late change for Ireland as Mack Hansen ruled out versus Scotland
The Connacht wing is replaced by Munster’s Calvin Nash, who comes straight into the starting XV despite not being named in the i…
PA
08 Feb 2025, 7:06
Sir Chris Hoy’s Murrayfield appearance can inspire Scotland – Rory Darge
Hoy, who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer, will appear on the pitch before kick-off of Sunday’s Six Nations clash with Ir…
PA
08 Feb 2025, 6:05
Ireland must deliver a 'better performance' to beat Scotland
The interim boss has targeted an improved performance after the narrow defeat of England.
PA
08 Feb 2025, 2:19
Four talking points as Scotland prepare to get under Ireland's skin
Having said after Scotland’s opening victory over Italy that he didn’t anticipate making “too many changes” to face Irelan…
Analysis
Bryn Palmer
08 Feb 2025, 1:57
'Maybe it’s more on the Irish side' - Gregor Townsend on Scotland-Ireland 'grudge'
The Scots have lost each of their last 10 meetings against the Irish in a run stretching back to February 2017.
PA
07 Feb 2025, 8:59
The exiled England star Antoine Dupont is relieved not to be facing
England’s rule of only selecting Gallagher Premiership-based players denies them from picking the likes of Joe Marchant, Henry A…
PA
07 Feb 2025, 8:49
Ex-Antoine Dupont coach issues warning to England ahead of Le Crunch
England defence coach Joe El-Abd insists Antoine Dupont was destined for greatness from an early stage after working with France…
PA
07 Feb 2025, 6:39
Schoeman dropped as Scotland make 3 changes for Ireland
Sutherland replaces Pierre Schoeman at loosehead.
PA
07 Feb 2025, 6:25
Why Simon Easterby resisted calls to drop Sam Prendergast
The 21-year-old will again start ahead of Jack Crowley in Edinburgh on Sunday.
PA
07 Feb 2025, 4:57
Maro Itoje lifts lid on why he rejected French clubs advances
Had Itoje accepted one of the offers, he would have become ineligible for England selection.
PA
07 Feb 2025, 4:33
Borthwick's England selection smacks of desperation – Andy Goode
Nobody can accuse Steve Borthwick of being timid but his team changes do suggest an air of desperation might be setting in.
Opinion
Andy Goode
07 Feb 2025, 3:52
5 England-France talking points as Borthwick rolls Six Nations dice
France are strong favourites to storm Twickenham and continue their march to a title showdown with Ireland in Dublin on March 8.
Analysis
PA
07 Feb 2025, 3:38
'Everyone is aware' - Gatland details mood in Wales camp ahead of Italy
Wales head to Rome on the back of 13 successive Test match defeats.
PA
07 Feb 2025, 3:22
Scotland keen to rubbish falsehoods about misguided hubris with tub thumping victory over Ireland
Gregor Townsend is yet to taste the sweet tears of victory over Ireland after eight years and the hex must be broken
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
07 Feb 2025, 2:20
Is ‘lightning rod’ Lowe edging Lions duel with Van der Merwe?
If Andy Farrell opts to take only one specialist left wing to Australia, Sunday's 'contest within a contest' may prove pivotal.
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
07 Feb 2025, 1:14
Two changes for Ireland but Sam Prendergast retained at No10
The double Guinness Six Nations champions began their quest for an historic hat-trick of titles with a 27-22 win over England last…
Liam Heagney
07 Feb 2025, 1:07
Borthwick explains picking Fin Smith at 10 over Marcus Smith
The 22-year-old Northampton player will start at fly-half while Marcus Smith replaces Freddie Steward at full-back.
PA
07 Feb 2025, 0:00
Henry Pollock: 'I kind of envied McGregor in his early days'
It’s been a life-changing seven months since South Africa for the recently turned 20-year-old.
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2025, 23:58
'Diversity is a strength. It’s improved Italy’s rugby and I'm all for it.'
Italian nationalism has risen in recent years and coincides with the resurgence of the Azzurri. Are the two linked?
LONG READ
Daniel Gallan
06 Feb 2025, 14:30
Rory Sutherland ready to make Scotland mark after off-field upheaval
The former Edinburgh prop had been at Worcester, Ulster and Oyonnax since 2021 before returning to Scotland with Glasgow last summ…
PA
06 Feb 2025, 13:32
Italy make one change for Six Nations visit of Wales
Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada has made only one change to his Italy side for Saturday’s crucial Guinness Men’s Six Nations encou…
Martyn Thomas
06 Feb 2025, 8:10
Warren Gatland refutes claims made by his former captain
Number eight veteran Taulupe Faletau returns to the starting line-up after a 16-month absence through injury.
PA
06 Feb 2025, 7:16
'The biggest loss to Welsh rugby was losing him': Tom Shanklin
Former Wales centre Tom Shanklin has described Shaun Edwards departure to join France in 2020 as "the biggest loss to Welsh rugby"…
Josh Raisey
06 Feb 2025, 7:10
Three England changes: First starts for Fin Smith, Tom Willis
The English were flattered by their five-point, 22-27 margin of defeat to Ireland in Dublin and the response from the head coach h…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2025, 6:00
Dan Sheehan tempers expectations of him despite eye-catching cameo
The 26-year-old celebrated his return to Test rugby by sealing victory over England last weekend.
PA
06 Feb 2025, 4:06
Is Antoine Dupont the best in the world or simply out of this world?
England wing Tommy Freeman described Antoine Dupont as 'human' but his peerless performances suggest he's otherworldly
LONG READ
Graham Simmons
06 Feb 2025, 2:57
Wales boosted by Taulupe Faletau return ahead of vital trip to Rome
Taulupe Faletau will make his first Wales appearance since Rugby World Cup 2023 after being named in the team to face Italy in Rom…
Martyn Thomas
06 Feb 2025, 2:34
France change two for England as Ntamack ban forces Galthie into fly-half decision
France have made two changes to their squad for 'Le Crunch' against England at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium from the side that bre…
Josh Raisey
06 Feb 2025, 2:21
'We’re seeing green shoots of this England team': Borthwick likened to Ruben Amorim
Head coach Borthwick’s future is being questioned following a run of seven defeats in nine Tests and seven in a row against top-…
PA
06 Feb 2025, 1:37
Rome beckons as defining day of days for Gatland and Wales
A deflating start in Paris makes Wales' visit to Rome one potentially 'laden with consequences'.
LONG READ
Mark Orders
06 Feb 2025, 1:30
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