Kate Williams to captain the Wales Women's team for the Six Nations 2026

The Welsh Rugby Union can confirm that winger Kate Williams will captain the Wales team for the 2026 Six Nations campaign.   Williams, who was born in Swansea, was appointed co-captain of Wales...

Ireland Women's training squad for the Six Nations 2026

Four Ireland Internationals return as Ulster take on Connacht

Head Coach, Richie Murphy, has named his match day squad to take on Connacht tomorrow evening at Affidea Stadium in Round 13 of the BKT United Rugby Championship. (KO: 7.45pm)   There are two changes...

Aki, Sheehan, Gibson-Park and van der Flier Sign New IRFU Contracts

The IRFU is today delighted to announce contract extensions for Bundee Aki, Dan Sheehan, Jamison Gibson-Park and Josh van der Flier, securing the futures of four key players...

Bemand Signs Contract Extension As Ireland Head Coach Through To Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029

The IRFU is delighted to announce that Scott Bemand has signed a contract extension to remain as Ireland Head Coach until Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029. In charge since August 2021, Bemand has spearheaded...

Six Nations Team Attack | Passing

Ireland completed more passes than any other side in the competition despite being tied second for time in possession.  Scotland had the most time in possesion with 108 minutes across the five...

Six Nations Maulers | Who Got It Right?

The maul is an effective weapon despite more laws coming in to govern it. It is no surprise that England had the most mauls in the 2026 Six Nations but what will come as a surprise is that Scotland had...

Six Nations Hookers Ranked

Having a strong scrum and accurate line out are key to making a good team great, without them you will struggle to be a dominant force in the game. Here is a look at the line out data from this years tournament...

Robert Baloucoune named 2026 BKT Rising Player

Ireland’s Robert Baloucoune has been named the 2026 BKT Rising Player following an exceptional debut campaign in the Guinness Men’s Six Nations. The Ulster winger, who has become...

Townsend relishing 'challenge' of Ireland test with title on the line

Gregor Townsend acknowledged Scotland's Six Nations title hopes are "out of our hands", as he made three changes to his side to take on Ireland. Scotland earned a sensational 50-40 win over France...