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Vunipola startling recovery driven by sibling rivalry

9 years ago by Irish Independent

After making three successive tackles on his own try line, Billy Vunipola's right knee finally gave way as the clock ticked towards half-time in England's 27-14 victory against Argentina on November 26.

Kerry vs Dublin risks clash with Six Nations decider as County Board ignores Croke Park offer

9 years ago by Irish Independent

Three of Saturday week's four Allianz Football League games - including the glamour clash between Kerry and Dublin in Tralee - will throw in at 7.0, despite Croke Park telling county boards that they could...

Five things Scotland need to do to finally beat England

9 years ago by The Scotsman

It’s been 34 years since the last time Scotland defeated England at Twickenham, but with the Triple Crown at stake there’s no better time to end that drought. So, what do our lads need to do...

Mako: Tough love key to recovery

9 years ago by Sky Sports Rugby

Mako Vunipola says his father’s tough love and the family’s strong genes have enabled himself and brother Billy to return from injury for the final two matches of England's Six Nations campaign.

Borthwick plays down whiteboard revelations

9 years ago by The Scotsman

England have denied they have given Scotland an advantage heading into Saturday’s Calcutta Cup clash by unwittingly offering an insight into their team selection.

Eddie Jones prepares to name England team for Calcutta Cup clash

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

After three wins from their opening three RBS 6 Nations matches, England are two victories away from completing their second Grand Slam in as many seasons.

Eddie Jones prepares to name England team for Calcutta Cup clash

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

After three wins from their opening three RBS 6 Nations matches, England are two victories away from completing their second Grand Slam in as many seasons.

Vunipolas to 'aim higher' on return from injury

9 years ago by BBC Rugby News

Prop Mako Vunipola says brother Billy is in better form than him after their injury lay-offs and tips him for success on his England return.

Novès prepares to name France team on Thursday

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

Guy Novès will name his France team to face Italy at 9.30am GMT tomorrow with a number of intriguing decisions to make.

Classic Match: Azzurri secure opening day win over France in 2013

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

In 2011, France fell to their first-ever RBS 6 Nations defeat against Italy when Mirco Bergamasco gave the Azzurri a 22-21 victory that was wildly celebrated at the Stadio Flaminio.