England hold on with 13 men to condemn Wales to third straight Six Nations defeat and secure Triple Crown
4 years, 10 months ago

England hold on with 13 men to condemn Wales to third straight Six Nations defeat and secure Triple Crown

The Telegraph  

Hello and welcome to Telegraph Sport's live coverage of today's only Six Nations match, as England welcome Wales to Twickenham. While it might seem churlish to return to rugby matters after such sadness, the show must indeed go on, and a Wales win today, which would be their first at Twickenham since the 2015 World Cup, would be a fitting tribute to the man who made 18 appearances for his country between 2003 and 2006. Eddie Jones' side seemed to have finally got that World Cup final monkey off their backs with a comfortable victory over Ireland in the previous round, while Wales, despite showing glimpses of the enterprising, dynamic rugby that Wayne Pivac is trying to instill, are still to properly find their feet under the new head coach; their opening round victory over Italy has been eclipsed by back-to-back losses to Ireland and France. A loss today for Wales would deliver their first three-match losing streak in the Six Nations since 2007, incidentally, but a win - especially with a bonus point - could put them back into title contention, although that does require other results to go their way - specifically, an Italian victory over either Ireland, England, or both.

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Women’s Six Nations 2025: Fixtures, how to watch and England’s venues
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Women’s Six Nations 2025: Fixtures, how to watch and England’s venues

The Telegraph  

The Guinness Six Nations signals the start of the pivotal year for the women’s game before England host the Rugby World Cup 2025 in the summer. Sunday, March 23: England v Italy, 3pm England v Italy, 3pm Saturday, March 29: Wales vs England, 4.45pm Wales vs England, 4.45pm Saturday, April 12 : Ireland v England, 4.45pm : Ireland v England, …

John Mitchell: England ready for ‘arm-wrestle’ with France for Six Nations title
8 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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Eight-try England again illustrate Women’s Six Nations dominance in Wales thrashing
9 months, 1 week ago

Eight-try England again illustrate Women’s Six Nations dominance in Wales thrashing

The Independent  

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The Six Nations continues to captivate – but there is one big question about the championship’s future
9 months, 3 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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Best Six Nations try, pass and tackle – plus 21 other things you might have missed
9 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Italy trying to make history and Wales trying to avoid it in Six Nations finale
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Italy trying to make history and Wales trying to avoid it in Six Nations finale

Associated Press  

CARDIFF, Wales — Italy has been here before. As they say, ‘If you spit too high then it will fall back on your head.’ “We will see on the pitch on Saturday if we have learned enough from the mistakes of the past.” Wales is last, four points behind Italy. They make mistakes, but it is how you rectify those …

England v Ireland LIVE: Six Nations 2024 result and reaction from Twickenham
9 months, 4 weeks ago

England v Ireland LIVE: Six Nations 2024 result and reaction from Twickenham

The Independent  

✕ Close Andy Farrell hails Ireland's composure with Six Nations win in France Marcus Smith slotted a last-minute drop goal as England ended Ireland’s double grand slam dream with an exhilarating 23-22 win in a display of their best attacking rugby for years to take the Six Nations championship to the final round. After Scotland’s shock loss to Italy, Ireland …

Ireland will have no problem bouncing back from loss to England – Andy Farrell
10 months ago

Ireland will have no problem bouncing back from loss to England – Andy Farrell

The Independent  

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We desperately want to win – Warren Gatland keen to end Wales’ losing streak
10 months ago

We desperately want to win – Warren Gatland keen to end Wales’ losing streak

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Ireland have cracked the code to win Six Nations – but Steve Borthwick has a plan to tackle them
10 months ago

Ireland have cracked the code to win Six Nations – but Steve Borthwick has a plan to tackle them

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Six Nations 2024 results: Final standings as Ireland crowned champions
10 months ago

Six Nations 2024 results: Final standings as Ireland crowned champions

The Telegraph  

Ireland became back-to-back Guinness Six Nations champions by crushing Scotland’s quest for a first Triple Crown in 34 years with a scrappy 17-13 win. England finished third in the Six Nations after a monster Thomas Ramos penalty in the final minute sent them spinning to a heartbreaking 33-31 defeat at Groupama Stadium. In the first game of the day, Wales …

Ireland v Wales highlights: Result and reaction as hosts move closer to Six Nations 2024 rugby grand slam
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ireland v Wales highlights: Result and reaction as hosts move closer to Six Nations 2024 rugby grand slam

The Independent  

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Scotland v England LIVE: Result and reaction from Six Nations
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Scotland v England LIVE: Result and reaction from Six Nations

The Independent  

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Ireland halfway to Grand Slam after putting down spirited Wales in Six Nations
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ireland halfway to Grand Slam after putting down spirited Wales in Six Nations

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — Ireland was halfway to the Grand Slam after putting down a spirited Wales by a harder-than-expected 31-7 in Six Nations rugby on Saturday. A harried Ireland twice lost men into the sin-bin in the second half but, with an unreliable set-piece against a well-oiled Irish defense, Wales didn’t look like scoring again. But Andrea Piardi, the first Italian …

Wales eye up impossible Dublin job in Six Nations rivalry that risks losing its shine
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Wales eye up impossible Dublin job in Six Nations rivalry that risks losing its shine

The Independent  

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Rebuilding Wales expected to suffer against Six Nations leader Ireland in Dublin
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Rebuilding Wales expected to suffer against Six Nations leader Ireland in Dublin

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — As the next team in the line of fire, Wales has been racking its brains about how to stop Ireland. Made first string for the Six Nations, Costelow suffered a neck injury before halftime against Scotland in the tournament opener, and his confidence was doubly hit when replacement Ioan Lloyd helped to trigger a stirring Wales comeback, then …

Gareth Thomas feels a fast start will be key for Wales victory against Ireland
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Gareth Thomas feels a fast start will be key for Wales victory against Ireland

The Independent  

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Rob Howley demands ‘comfort in the chaos’ from Wales in Ireland showdown
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Rob Howley demands ‘comfort in the chaos’ from Wales in Ireland showdown

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Six Nations announce major kit changes to impact Ireland and Wales
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Six Nations announce major kit changes to impact Ireland and Wales

The Independent  

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Wales receive timely Six Nations injury boost
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Wales receive timely Six Nations injury boost

The Independent  

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There is belief: Jamie George confident England will improve during Six Nations
10 months, 4 weeks ago

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

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England overcomes Wales from behind at Twickenham in Six Nations
10 months, 4 weeks ago

England overcomes Wales from behind at Twickenham in Six Nations

Associated Press  

LONDON — England came from behind at Twickenham to subdue Wales 16-14 in Six Nations rugby on Saturday. The sustained pressure earned England a try and two penalties to get in front for the first time in the 72nd minute and comfortably stay there as Wales ran out of ideas. “We have a big test at Murrayfield, but happy to …

Six Nations: England must reverse concerning trend against Wales in the fixture which means more
11 months ago

Six Nations: England must reverse concerning trend against Wales in the fixture which means more

The Independent  

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George North insists Wales are 'excited to get stuck in' when they face rivals England... as Warren Gatland's side aim to notch the first win of their Six Nations campaign at Twickenham
11 months ago

George North insists Wales are 'excited to get stuck in' when they face rivals England... as Warren Gatland's side aim to notch the first win of their Six Nations campaign at Twickenham

Daily Mail  

North's return will be a huge boost for Gatland's side after sitting out Scotland Dafydd Jenkins called the clash between the old rivals at Twickenham 'special' George North and Dafydd Jenkins are at opposite ends of their Test careers but both Wales stars are well aware of the importance of beating their old enemy England. We are excited to get …

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

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

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England and Wales face off at Twickenham with rebuilding teams
11 months ago

England and Wales face off at Twickenham with rebuilding teams

Hindustan Times  

LONDON — England has it. England and Wales — both rebuilding following the Rugby World Cup in the autumn — believe they grabbed enough momentum from their opening matches to be a threat when they meet on Saturday at Twickenham. In contrast, England named an unchanged side for the first time since the 2019 World Cup final. There has been …

England and Wales face off at Twickenham with rebuilding teams
11 months ago

England and Wales face off at Twickenham with rebuilding teams

Associated Press  

LONDON — England has it. England and Wales — both rebuilding following the Rugby World Cup in the autumn — believe they grabbed enough momentum from their opening matches to be a threat when they meet on Saturday at Twickenham. In contrast, England named an unchanged side for the first time since the 2019 World Cup final. There has been …

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

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

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Six Nations 2024 LIVE rugby: Wales v Scotland result and reaction as thrilling Wales comeback falls agonisingly short
11 months ago

Six Nations 2024 LIVE rugby: Wales v Scotland result and reaction as thrilling Wales comeback falls agonisingly short

The Independent  

✕ Close Six Nations: Full Contact trailer Scotland rugby ended 22 years of hurt in Cardiff after they thwarted a spectacular Wales rugby fightback to win an extraordinary Six Nations clash 27-26. It was Scotland’s first win in the Welsh capital since 2002 – ending a run of 11 successive defeats – to set up a mouth-watering Murrayfield encounter against …

Six Nations 2024 LIVE rugby: Italy v England result and reaction as England hold on to win
11 months ago

Six Nations 2024 LIVE rugby: Italy v England result and reaction as England hold on to win

The Independent  

✕ Close Six Nations: Full Contact trailer England recovered from a scruffy start and a 17-8 deficit to beat Italy 27-24 in their opening Six Nations game in Rome, ending a run of four successive opening-round defeats in the championship. Italy flew out of the blocks with a Tommaso Allan penalty and a well-created try for Alessandro Garbisi and though …

England display fresh Six Nations approach to overcome spirited Italy
11 months ago

England display fresh Six Nations approach to overcome spirited Italy

The Independent  

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Six Nations preview: Rivalry resumed as Ireland, England, France, Italy, Wales and Scotland aim for rugby glory
11 months, 1 week ago

Six Nations preview: Rivalry resumed as Ireland, England, France, Italy, Wales and Scotland aim for rugby glory

The Independent  

This Friday, it is back. open image in gallery Ireland overcame France 32-19 en route to Grand Slam glory in 2023 This week, the stalwart Welsh fly-half Dan Biggar gave an interview about his recent retirement from the international game. open image in gallery Welsh fly-half Dan Biggar runs at Scotland’s lock Grant Gilchrist during the 2023 Six Nations And …

England ‘match-hardened’ for Six Nations thanks to clubs’ success, coach says
11 months, 1 week ago

England ‘match-hardened’ for Six Nations thanks to clubs’ success, coach says

Associated Press  

ROME — Coach Steve Borthwick is confident England will hit the ground running in the Six Nations. “Everything we’re getting is saying all the clubs are running more than they were 12 months ago, so that’s a real positive.” Form has earned selection for five uncapped players. “It’s a tough tournament for us but what keeps us going is the …

Ireland faces weight of history and might of All Blacks in Rugby World Cup quarters
1 year, 2 months ago

Ireland faces weight of history and might of All Blacks in Rugby World Cup quarters

Associated Press  

PARIS — The weight of history on their backs. Judgement day for top-ranked Ireland comes on Saturday in a hugely anticipated Rugby World Cup quarterfinal showdown with the All Blacks in what is sure to be another heaving Stade de France bathed in shamrock green. Ireland is expected to as well on Saturday because it doesn’t hold any fear of …

Ireland confirms Rugby World Cup quarterfinal with All Blacks. England avoid upset, Wales lose star
1 year, 3 months ago

Ireland confirms Rugby World Cup quarterfinal with All Blacks. England avoid upset, Wales lose star

Associated Press  

PARIS — Top-ranked Ireland confirmed a Rugby World Cup quarterfinal after blitzing Scotland by six tries and 36-14 on Saturday. This one was never close as Ireland cruised to a 17th straight win — one win behind the tier one world record — and led 36-0 before Scotland’s two tries. England gathered its scrambled senses from 17-8 down against Samoa …

Ireland ready for All Blacks in Rugby World Cup quarterfinals after blitzing Scotland
1 year, 3 months ago

Ireland ready for All Blacks in Rugby World Cup quarterfinals after blitzing Scotland

Associated Press  

PARIS — Top-ranked Ireland underlined the burgeoning hype about it as the Rugby World Cup title favorite by reaching the quarterfinals on the back of four impressive pool wins. “The respect we have got for New Zealand is through the roof, and hopefully they have got a bit of respect for us.” Ireland blitzed Scotland by six tries to top …

Ireland faces stern Scotland test at Rugby World Cup. England and Wales prepare for quarters
1 year, 3 months ago

Ireland faces stern Scotland test at Rugby World Cup. England and Wales prepare for quarters

Associated Press  

PARIS — Ireland’s famous — or infamous — reputation for never passing the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals could become irrelevant on Saturday when there’s a chance the No. South Africa lock Jean Kleyn, who played for Ireland at the 2019 Rugby World Cup but not against Scotland, has seen the provocation for himself while playing for Irish club Munster against …

England won’t alter winning approach for Six Nations decider with France
1 year, 8 months ago

England won’t alter winning approach for Six Nations decider with France

The Independent  

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#IGiveAF--- posters banned as Irish protests hit Women's Six Nations
1 year, 8 months ago

#IGiveAF--- posters banned as Irish protests hit Women's Six Nations

The Telegraph  

The Irish Rugby Football Union acknowledged fans’ right to protest but told Telegraph Sport the manner in which this had been carried out was problematic. While such protest tactics were questionable given the scores of children in attendance, they underline the strength of feeling among Irish fans about the state of the women’s game compared to their English rivals. That …

Wales v England Women's Six Nations live: Score and latest updates
1 year, 8 months ago

Wales v England Women's Six Nations live: Score and latest updates

The Telegraph  

Wales 3 England 59 By Fiona Tomas at Cardiff Arms Park Two years ago Wales were, to quote a recent adage used by Ken Owens, the laughing stock of the Women’s Six Nations. “Wales really came at us, massive credit to them for that first 25 minutes,” said England coach Middleton, “They really came at us at every quarter and …

Ireland and France clear of the field – what we learned from the Six Nations
1 year, 9 months ago

Ireland and France clear of the field – what we learned from the Six Nations

The Independent  

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Six Nations 2023: Full fixtures, results, schedule and TV channel guide
1 year, 9 months ago

Six Nations 2023: Full fixtures, results, schedule and TV channel guide

The Independent  

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Ireland vs England LIVE rugby: Result and reaction as Ireland seal grand slam after Freddie Steward red card in Six Nations 2023
1 year, 9 months ago

Ireland vs England LIVE rugby: Result and reaction as Ireland seal grand slam after Freddie Steward red card in Six Nations 2023

The Independent  

Ireland completed just their fourth-ever Six Nations grand slam with a 29-16 victory over England at the Aviva Stadium, emphatically underlining their status as the world’s top-ranked team heading into September’s World Cup. None of Ireland’s three previous clean sweeps had been completed in Dublin but this victory over their fiercest rivals was the sweetest way to seal a deserved …

Wales salvage dismal Six Nations campaign in Italy
1 year, 9 months ago

Wales salvage dismal Six Nations campaign in Italy

The Independent  

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Nick Tompkins demands big response from Wales against fellow strugglers Italy
1 year, 10 months ago

Nick Tompkins demands big response from Wales against fellow strugglers Italy

The Independent  

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England attack has fingerprints of Nick Evans and Harlequins all over it
1 year, 10 months ago

England attack has fingerprints of Nick Evans and Harlequins all over it

The Telegraph  

Defensive steel, breakdown disruption and the aerial dominance of Freddie Steward were the more obvious positives to take from England’s gritty win over Wales. A 20-10 victory also hinted at the influence of Nick Evans, the interim attack coach. Remarkably, that is the same total that they registered in last year’s Six Nations matches against Scotland, Wales, Ireland and France …

Italy in Ireland’s crosshairs on path to Six Nations title
1 year, 10 months ago

Italy in Ireland’s crosshairs on path to Six Nations title

Associated Press  

The Ireland-France match lived up to the hype. “He still travels with us, he’s still in the environment, he’s still speaking in meetings, he’s still pointing out things,” winger James Lowe says. “You could put any team in front of us at the moment,” Lowe says, “and I feel like it’s up to us whether or not we perform.” The …

Wales v England Six Nations team news: Borthwick's selections look close to a proper Test-match team
1 year, 10 months ago

Wales v England Six Nations team news: Borthwick's selections look close to a proper Test-match team

The Telegraph  

After weeks of teeth-gnashing and nail-biting, Wales finally ended their threat not to play England in the Six Nations this Saturday after the WRU met the demands of the players. If the match had not gone ahead, the Welsh Rugby Union would have lost around £20 million, the city of Cardiff a similarly huge amount, and the game at large …

England overpower Italy to kick-start Steve Borthwick era
1 year, 10 months ago

England overpower Italy to kick-start Steve Borthwick era

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England v Italy result: First Six Nations win of Steve Borthwick era
1 year, 10 months ago

England v Italy result: First Six Nations win of Steve Borthwick era

The Telegraph  

By Tom Cary at Twickenham How you view this game as an England supporter will depend on whether you are a glass-half-full or glass-half-empty type person. The latter will say it was a workmanlike performance against the weakest team in the Six Nations, and that if this is what England fans have to look forward to under Steve Borthwick they …

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