France failed to run out of steam against Scotland
9 years ago by The ScotsmanA rueful Hamish Watson gave France credit for maintaining their ferocious push for victory yesterday just at the moment the Scots were hoping they would run out of steam.
Eddie Jones to experiment with ‘battered and bruised’ England
9 years ago by The ScotsmanEddie Jones is ready to make changes for the next step in England’s RBS 6 Nations title defence as he assesses the damage incurred during an enthralling 21-16 victory.
France 22 - 16 Scotland: Camille Lopez seals French win
9 years ago by The ScotsmanTwo Camille Lopez penalties in the final ten minutes proved the difference as Scotland failed to build on a lightning start to the second half of their RBS 6 Nations clash against France.
Aggression, quick ball and the right tactics - job done for now
9 years ago by Irish IndependentWith all the talk of "bus gate" post Edinburgh and the fact that we metaphorically didn't get off the bus in the first half, it was inevitable that Ireland would explode out of the blocks in Rome. Italy,...
Rome in ruins as Joe's men enjoy la dolce vita
9 years ago by Irish IndependentNo prizes for guessing how things panned out in Rome. Under strict instructions to put clear water between what happened in Edinburgh and what was needed here, Ireland washed over Italy like a tidal wave.
How to Triomphe in Paris
9 years ago by The ScotsmanWinning in the French capital is always a big ask but three Scotland veterans who have savoured victories there explain to Iain Morrison what it takes to beat Les Bleus in their own backyard
Wales 16 - 21 England: Elliot Daly leaves it late
9 years ago by The ScotsmanEngland extended their winning run to 16 Tests as wing Elliot Daly’s late try clinched a dramatic Six Nations victory over Wales in Cardiff.The first defeat of Eddie Jones’ coaching reign appeared...
Italy 10- 63 Ireland: Rampant Irish rack up records
9 years ago by The ScotsmanIreland bounced back from their defeat by Scotland to earn the first Six Nations four-try bonus point and a stack of records in drubbing Italy 63-10 in Rome.
Jim Hamilton: It’s a big ask but Scots can prevail
9 years ago by The ScotsmanSo with all the deserved praise heaped on the team after the Ireland game it’s off to Paris for the formidable task of facing down France. After an eight-day turnaround the hangovers will be long...
Coetzee impresses on Ulster debut
9 years ago by SA RugbyUlster director of rugby Les Kiss has hailed the impact made by Springbok Marcell Coetzee in Friday's 24-18 win over Edinburgh at Kingspan Stadium.
