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Murray fitness boost for Ireland's RBS 6 Nations opener

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Ireland have received a massive boost as they prepare for their RBS 6 Nations opener against Italy with team manager Mick Kearney announcing that scrum-half Conor Murray will be fit enough to line up in...

Dickinson out to channel past frustrations in France

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Scotland prop Alasdair Dickinson is hoping to use the frustration of his first RBS 6 Nations start to help Scotland topple France in their Championship opener.

Four debutants named for Scotland Women's opener

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Scotland will kick off their Women's Six Nations campaign with a new-look back line after head coach Jules Maxton named four international debutants for their Championship opener.

Rowntree backs Hartley to shine against Wales

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

England coach Graham Rowntree has defended under-fire Dylan Hartley, insisting the fiery hooker is not a risk if selected against Wales at the Millennium Stadium on Friday night.

Standards won't slip, vows Roberts

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Despite being preferred to Scott Williams when Wales play England on Friday, fellow centre Jamie Roberts knows he cannot afford to rest on his laurels during the RBS 6 Nations championship.

Saint-Andre: France are outsiders for the RBS 6 Nations

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Philippe Saint-Andre admits his France side will start the 2015 RBS 6 Nations as outsiders but that does not mean they are not aiming to bring home the title.

Ireland return to third place in rankings

1 decade ago by IRB

Ireland's victory over England in the Six Nations means they are once again the leading northern hemisphere nation in the latest World Rugby Rankings.

200 days to go to Rugby World Cup 2015

1 decade ago by IRB

There are now just 200 days to go until England and Fiji kick-off Rugby World Cup 2015 on 18 September.

France continue to dominate Women's Six Nations

1 decade ago by IRB

France secure a hat-trick of victories in this year’s RBS Women’s Six Nations with victory over Wales while England's title hopes are dashed in Ireland and Italy are triumphant away to Scotland.

Host cities and venues announced for RWC 2019 in Japan

1 decade ago by IRB

A total of 12 venues will host matches across Japan at Rugby World Cup 2019.