Six Nations predictions: Winner, top try-scorer, breakthrough star and more
1 year, 1 month ago

Six Nations predictions: Winner, top try-scorer, breakthrough star and more

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Why Maro Itoje must be Lions captain, the two positions that Scotland will dominate and what to do with Owen Farrell: CHRIS FOY's squad to make history in Australia
1 week, 5 days ago

Why Maro Itoje must be Lions captain, the two positions that Scotland will dominate and what to do with Owen Farrell: CHRIS FOY's squad to make history in Australia

Daily Mail  

Sign up to Mail+ today to join our more than 160,000 subscribers and get access to the best rugby coverage from our world-class team of writers PLUS: How Andy Farrell has slipped up already and the reason that Scotland, despite all the talk, are just not a force at Test level Maro Itoje has done enough to become the Lion …

Six Nations review: France saves Galthié, England has mojo back and aging Ireland squad
1 week, 6 days ago

Six Nations review: France saves Galthié, England has mojo back and aging Ireland squad

Hindustan Times  

France HT Image LONDON — Finished: 1st The debrief: Murmurings about whether Fabien Galthié was the right coach to lead the team to the 2027 Rugby World Cup have been silenced after he delivered the second Six Nations title on his five-year watch. But the defeat made Galthié take a page from the book of Rassie Erasmus and copy South …

Six Nations review: France saves Galthié, England has mojo back and aging Ireland squad
1 week, 6 days ago

Six Nations review: France saves Galthié, England has mojo back and aging Ireland squad

Associated Press  

France LONDON — Finished: 1st The debrief: Murmurings about whether Fabien Galthié was the right coach to lead the team to the 2027 Rugby World Cup have been silenced after he delivered the second Six Nations title on his five-year watch. But the defeat made Galthié take a page from the book of Rassie Erasmus and copy South Africa’s 7-1 …

Halfway through the Six Nations, Ireland still rules and Dupont’s France rebounds
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1 month ago

Halfway through the Six Nations, Ireland still rules and Dupont’s France rebounds

Associated Press  

Ireland and France set up their blockbuster clash in Six Nations rugby next month with contrasting wins in the third round. England stayed in the title race by beating Scotland for the first time since 2020 despite being outscored three tries to one. He might just be the permanent coach replacement the Wales Rugby Union is looking for since Warren …

Six Nations 2025 schedule in full: Fixtures, results and table
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Six Nations 2025 schedule in full: Fixtures, results and table

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Six Nations team of the weekend: England's bone-cruncher who had France wilting, Ireland's bulldozer in prime Lions form, and the Italy star pitching to be a world-beater
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Six Nations team of the weekend: England's bone-cruncher who had France wilting, Ireland's bulldozer in prime Lions form, and the Italy star pitching to be a world-beater

Daily Mail  

The second weekend of the Six Nations delivered yet more drama and intrigue - and England upset the apple cart. Over in Edinburgh, Ireland bolstered their Grand Slam hopes with a convincing 32-18 bonus-point win against Scotland - their 11th straight victory against the Scots, and one that keeps them on track for a third successive Six Nations title. Nik …

We’re a good team – Elliot Daly sure England ready to push for Six Nations title
1 month, 2 weeks ago

We’re a good team – Elliot Daly sure England ready to push for Six Nations title

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Five British and Irish Lions hopefuls who impressed in Six Nations round one
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Five British and Irish Lions hopefuls who impressed in Six Nations round one

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Cadan Murley a doubt as England prepare for France
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cadan Murley a doubt as England prepare for France

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SIR CLIVE WOODWARD'S SIX NATIONS TAKEAWAYS: Why rampant France will be even better at Twickenham, how I think England can shock Les Bleus and the four players who nailed their Lions audition
1 month, 3 weeks ago

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD'S SIX NATIONS TAKEAWAYS: Why rampant France will be even better at Twickenham, how I think England can shock Les Bleus and the four players who nailed their Lions audition

Daily Mail  

The first round of the Six Nations went as expected, with wins for France, Scotland and Ireland. Wales were on the receiving end of a 43-0 defeat when they came up against France To not score at all in a Six Nations game is humiliating for Warren Gatland's Wales side France will go up a gear for England… Les Bleus …

Six Nations team of the weekend: Flying schemer who turned England's defence into road-kill, the Welshman who starred even in 43-0 defeat and the man who must start for the Lions
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Six Nations team of the weekend: Flying schemer who turned England's defence into road-kill, the Welshman who starred even in 43-0 defeat and the man who must start for the Lions

Daily Mail  

The opening weekend of the Six Nations delivered three bonus-point wins and set the tone for a mouth-watering championship. Favourites France dominated Wales on Friday night without having to hit top gear ahead of their trip to Twickenham on Saturday, while Ireland ground England down and then burst through a tired defence at will to stay far enough ahead of …

Six Nations should remain on free-to-air TV, says England captain Maro Itoje
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Six Nations should remain on free-to-air TV, says England captain Maro Itoje

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Six Nations 2025 schedule in full: Fixtures, kick-off times and how to watch
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Six Nations 2025 schedule in full: Fixtures, kick-off times and how to watch

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Inside Wales' Six Nations revival bid: The genius who rebuilds army officers, a cold-water plunge in the Cote d'Azur and Warren Gatland's new approach
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Inside Wales' Six Nations revival bid: The genius who rebuilds army officers, a cold-water plunge in the Cote d'Azur and Warren Gatland's new approach

Daily Mail  

The most important person in Wales’s bid to turn around their record slump in this year’s Six Nations is arguably not coach Warren Gatland or any of his players. France defence coach Shaun Edwards said: ‘He is one of the premier operators in his field.’ Former Wales and Lions captain Sam Warburton added: ‘Without doubt, Andy had a huge impact …

Six Nations LIVE: Latest news as Sam Prendergast starts for champions Ireland against England
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Six Nations LIVE: Latest news as Sam Prendergast starts for champions Ireland against England

The Independent  

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Six Nations 2025 pundits and commentators for ITV and BBC
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Six Nations 2025 pundits and commentators for ITV and BBC

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5 talking points as Wales and France kick off 2025 Six Nations campaign in Paris
2 months ago

5 talking points as Wales and France kick off 2025 Six Nations campaign in Paris

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Six Nations stands as a rare shining light amid rugby's turmoil
2 months ago

Six Nations stands as a rare shining light amid rugby's turmoil

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A capsule look at the rugby teams in the Six Nations
2 months ago

A capsule look at the rugby teams in the Six Nations

Associated Press  

ENGLAND World ranking: 7 Captain: Maro Itoje Coach: Steve Borthwick Schedule: R1 at Ireland R2 vs France R3 vs Scotland R4 vs Italy R5 at Wales Recent Six Nations history: 2020 1st 2021 5th 2022 3rd 2023 4th 2024 3rd Prospects: More disappointment. We need to work harder.” – Maro Itoje FRANCE World ranking: 4 Captain: Antoine Dupont Coach: Fabien …

Six Nations rugby is back. Here are the big questions ahead of Friday’s start
2 months ago

Six Nations rugby is back. Here are the big questions ahead of Friday’s start

Associated Press  

Ireland is going for an unprecedented three-peat. The Six Nations starts on Friday and the annual jamboree between the top rugby nations in the northern hemisphere isn’t short of storylines for the 2025 edition. France missed Dupont in last year’s Six Nations, when he stepped away to focus on playing sevens for France at the Paris Olympics. Five of those …

Sir Clive Woodward's 10 stars to watch in the 2025 Six Nations: The lightning-quick gamebreaker who reminds me of Jason Robinson, an English powerhouse who can blitz opponents and the Welshman every r
2 months ago

Sir Clive Woodward's 10 stars to watch in the 2025 Six Nations: The lightning-quick gamebreaker who reminds me of Jason Robinson, an English powerhouse who can blitz opponents and the Welshman every r

Daily Mail  

I’m really looking forward to this Six Nations because I think it should be a great tournament and no one knows exactly what is coming. England's 20-year-old prop Asher Opoku-Fordjour is one of the hottest prospects in rugby The forward has soared into the England setup at the age of just 20 and is primed to kick on He came …

Six new faces to watch in the 2025 Six Nations
2 months ago

Six new faces to watch in the 2025 Six Nations

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England receive key fitness boost ahead of Six Nations opener
2 months ago

England receive key fitness boost ahead of Six Nations opener

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Six Nations predictions: Winner, top try-scorer, breakthrough star and more
2 months ago

Six Nations predictions: Winner, top try-scorer, breakthrough star and more

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Warren Gatland’s Wales face biggest challenge in Six Nations history
2 months ago

Warren Gatland’s Wales face biggest challenge in Six Nations history

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Six Nations LIVE: England make massive captaincy call as Steve Borthwick’s squad revealed
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Six Nations LIVE: England make massive captaincy call as Steve Borthwick’s squad revealed

The Independent  

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Maro Itoje appointed new England captain as Jamie George is AXED by Steve Borthwick in huge change in leadership as Six Nations squad is named
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Maro Itoje appointed new England captain as Jamie George is AXED by Steve Borthwick in huge change in leadership as Six Nations squad is named

Daily Mail  

Maro Itoje has been confirmed as England captain for the upcoming Six Nations campaign, replacing Jamie George. ‘I’d like to recognise the outstanding leadership of Jamie George, whose contributions as captain have been significant and will continue to play an important role as a vice-captain.’ Maro Itoje has been confirmed as England captain for the Six Nations campaign Jamie George …

Change likely if Wales show no improvement in Six Nations – Warren Gatland
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Change likely if Wales show no improvement in Six Nations – Warren Gatland

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Uncapped Dan Edwards is the only specialist 10 in Wales Six Nations squad
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Uncapped Dan Edwards is the only specialist 10 in Wales Six Nations squad

Associated Press  

CARDIFF, Wales — Uncapped Dan Edwards was the only specialist flyhalf in Wales’ Six Nations squad named on Monday. Will he be around?” Llewellyn cut on his birthday Injuries to Lake and fellow hooker Ryan Elias have earned a recall for Ospreys hooker Sam Parry, who walked out of the Wales squad last summer and said he felt “disrespected” by …

The peculiar Wales selection that shows Warren Gatland’s muddled thinking ahead of crucial Six Nations
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The peculiar Wales selection that shows Warren Gatland’s muddled thinking ahead of crucial Six Nations

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Gregor Townsend wants statement win to boost Scotland’s Six Nations bid
4 months, 1 week ago

Gregor Townsend wants statement win to boost Scotland’s Six Nations bid

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John Mitchell: England ready for ‘arm-wrestle’ with France for Six Nations title
11 months ago

John Mitchell: England ready for ‘arm-wrestle’ with France for Six Nations title

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Marlie Packer to win 100th England cap in Women’s Six Nations opener against Italy
1 year ago

Marlie Packer to win 100th England cap in Women’s Six Nations opener against Italy

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Six Nations team of the tournament: Ireland dominate after securing back-to-back crowns
1 year ago

Six Nations team of the tournament: Ireland dominate after securing back-to-back crowns

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The Six Nations continues to captivate – but there is one big question about the championship’s future
1 year ago

The Six Nations continues to captivate – but there is one big question about the championship’s future

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Best Six Nations try, pass and tackle – plus 21 other things you might have missed
1 year ago

Best Six Nations try, pass and tackle – plus 21 other things you might have missed

The Telegraph  

Best match: England v Ireland Last year Ireland-France was a clear winner but this time there are a few to consider. England against Ireland was Test rugby at its very best, while France’s dramatic win over England was an entertaining way to sign off. Let’s say England’s win over Ireland, given the impact of stopping another Grand Slam and the …

5 stars of the future who lit up this year’s Six Nations
1 year ago

5 stars of the future who lit up this year’s Six Nations

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England and France prove the future is bright in raucous Six Nations finale
1 year ago

England and France prove the future is bright in raucous Six Nations finale

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Six Nations 2024 schedule in full: Fixtures, kick-off times and results
1 year ago

Six Nations 2024 schedule in full: Fixtures, kick-off times and results

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Key talking points as England conclude Six Nations campaign against France
1 year ago

Key talking points as England conclude Six Nations campaign against France

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Le Crunch has some bite again as rejuvenated France faces fired-up England
1 year ago

Le Crunch has some bite again as rejuvenated France faces fired-up England

Associated Press  

Le Crunch will have some bite to it after all on Saturday when a rejuvenated France and a fired-up England close the Six Nations in Lyon. France coach Fabien Galthié rewarded his young players by naming an unchanged lineup for the annual contest affectionately called “Le Crunch,” though there’s no affection between the teams on the field. We’ve had a …

Wales debutants can prosper from Six Nations experience – Joe Roberts
1 year ago

Wales debutants can prosper from Six Nations experience – Joe Roberts

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Andy Farrell dismisses talk of Six Nations ‘anti-climax’ after Grand Slam bid ends
1 year ago

Andy Farrell dismisses talk of Six Nations ‘anti-climax’ after Grand Slam bid ends

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Six Nations team of the week: which players starred in round two?
1 year, 1 month ago

Six Nations team of the week: which players starred in round two?

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There is belief: Jamie George confident England will improve during Six Nations
1 year, 1 month ago

There is belief: Jamie George confident England will improve during Six Nations

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SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: George North's return could prove vital for Wales, while England's Maro Itoje looks back to his best... the THREE key clashes to look out for at Twickenham
1 year, 1 month ago

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: George North's return could prove vital for Wales, while England's Maro Itoje looks back to his best... the THREE key clashes to look out for at Twickenham

Daily Mail  

Old rivals Wales and England will do battle yet again on Saturday afternoon in their Six Nations clash at Twickenham. Wales will welcome back George North from injury for the fixture, which will come as a huge boost to the side following their narrow defeat to Scotland. Here, Mail Sport's Sir Clive Woodward takes a look at the three match-ups …

The key talking points as England host Wales in Guinness Six Nations clash
1 year, 1 month ago

The key talking points as England host Wales in Guinness Six Nations clash

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George North returns as Wales make big changes for England clash
1 year, 1 month ago

George North returns as Wales make big changes for England clash

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5 things we learned from the opening round of the Guinness Six Nations
1 year, 1 month ago

5 things we learned from the opening round of the Guinness Six Nations

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Captain Jamie George says England can win the Six Nations but urges improvements
1 year, 1 month ago

Captain Jamie George says England can win the Six Nations but urges improvements

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