Ireland survive brutal France exam
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsEngland's oldest surviving player, Harry Walker, celebrated his 100th birthday last week. His verdict on modern rugby? "It's a different game. I don't like it. " Valentine's Day at the Aviva Stadium...
Scarlets 32-14 Connacht
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsScarlets boosted their Pro12 top six hopes with a crucial bonus point win over Connacht. Despite a slow start, Michael Tagicakibau, Harry Robinson and Jordan Williams tries put Scarlets in control. ...
Ireland concern over Heaslip injury
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsIreland face an anxious wait to learn the extent of a back injury suffered by forward Jamie Heaslip, amid fears he could miss the rest of the Six Nations. The number eight had to be replaced...
VIDEO: Who makes 'exceptional spag bol'?
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsBBC Sport meets England international housemates Jonathan Joseph and Anthony Watson.
Wales want win to repay fans - Webb
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales are determined to beat Scotland to repay their fans after the 21-16 defeat against England in their Six Nations opener, says Rhys Webb. The Ospreys scrum-half scored an early...
VIDEO: 'England game is a different level'
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsIreland captain Paul O'Connell says his side's key Six Nations game against England on 1 March will be "on a different level".
Further progress, but more to come
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsAfter the unexpected delight for England supporters of last week's stirring comeback victory over Wales, Saturday's 47-17 win over Italy appears a predictable pleasure: six tries, some...
VIDEO: Schmidt praises brave Irish defence
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsIreland coach Joe Schmidt praises his side's 'brave defence' in their bruising 18-11 Six Nations victory over France in Dublin.
Munster 33-16 Cardiff Blues
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsMunster moved to the top of the Pro12 table as they produced a strong second-half display to beat Cardiff Blues in Cork. More to follow. TEAMS Munster: JJ Hanrahan; Andrew Conway,...
VIDEO: Highlights: Ireland 18 - 11 France
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsIreland ran out 18-11 winners over France at the Aviva stadium, keeping their title, and grand slam, hopes alive.
