Ireland 57-6 Italy: Red card controversy in dominant win over 13-man Azzurri
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA red card for Hame Faiva led to a farcical spectacle as Ireland ran in nine tries against an Italy side that finished with 12 men. Ireland cruised to a bonus-point 57-6 win over...
Six Nations: France Player Ratings v Scotland
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance gained revenge for two costly Six Nations defeats to Scotland with a stylish 36-17 bonus-point triumph at Murrayfield on Saturday. Key Opta Facts - France's 19-point victory...
Scotland 17-36 France: Les Bleus brilliant in beating recent Six Nations bogey side
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland had beaten France in their previous two Six Nations meetings but saw that run ended emphatically at Murrayfield. France gained revenge for two costly Six Nations defeats to Scotland...
France out for revenge with Grand Slam hopes intact
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance are the only side that can still complete the Six Nations Grand Slam, though they are sure to face a stern test from Scotland. Scotland denied France glory in last year's Six Nations, with...
France forced into a change for Murrayfield test
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance head coach Fabien Galthie has made just one change to his starting lineup to face Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday. Winger Gabin Villiere has been ruled out of the match against...
On this day in 2021: 'Six Nations 2021: Ireland hurting physically and mentally after France loss - Farrell'
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWounded Ireland suffered their first home defeat to France for a decade on the back of their loss to Wales in Cardiff. Andy Farrell said Ireland are "hurting" physically and mentally after they...
Six Nations Team of the Week - Round Two
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRound two of the Guinness Six Nations is done and dusted, with Wales, France, and England all claiming victories. Wales recovered from last week's heavy loss to Ireland with a 20-17 victory over...
Six Nations: France change two for Irish Test
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance head coach Fabien Galthie has made two changes to his starting XV to face Ireland on Saturday at the Stade de France (KO: 16:45 UK). Francois Cros has replaced Dylan Cretin in the starting...
Latest World Rankings: Ireland & Scotland climb
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA convincing victory over Wales sees Ireland move into their highest position under Andy Farrell while Scotland move ahead of Australia after their historic victory over England. Ireland have...
Shaun Edwards praises strength of hat-trick hero Gabin Villière
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyShaun Edwards believes Gabin Villière is pound for pound one of the strongest players he’s coached after the winger scored a hat-trick in France’s 37-10 win against Italy. The...