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Slim hopes for Italy in the face of the mighty French

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2021 Six Nations tournament will open with a clash on the Continent as the French travel to Rome with the aim of stamping their authority on their Italian rivals.   Under the guidance of the...

“We’ve got to hit the ground running” - Hamish Watson

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Scotland flanker Hamish Watson is eager for his team to start stongly as they attempt a first victory at Twickenham for 38 years.   In 2019, the Scots faltered in the first half, allowing the English...

Wallabies eye Grand Slam, but need go-ahead from Ireland

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Wallabies are attempting to forge a Grand Slam tour in November by adding an Irish fixture to their existing ones scheduled against England, Scotland and Wales.   Rugby Australia is in talks...

Six Nations 2021 in focus: Ireland

5 years ago by Sky Sports Rugby

After an inconsistent 2020, will Andy Farrell's Ireland be able to challenge Six Nations favourites France and England in 2021?

Wales aim to reclaim pride against fiery Irish

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The final fixture of the Six Nations’ opening weekend takes place at the Principality Stadium where Wales will host the Irish.   It is no secret that Wales have fallen on tough times and many...

Jonny May warns England teammates of Lions distraction during Six Nations

5 years ago by The Guardian

Players were photographed in red jerseysSix Nations defence begins on SaturdayJonny May has warned of the dangers of being distracted by the looming British & Irish Lions tour as England begin the...

Wales ban Josh Adams for first two Six Nations games after Covid breach

5 years ago by The Guardian

Pivac ‘disappointed’ with player for attending family event‘I was wrong to do this,’ admits Cardiff Blues backJosh Adams has been banned by Wales from the opening two matches of the Six Nations...

Six Nations: England coach Ed Robinson admits to first-day nerves

5 years ago by BBC Rugby News

Twenty-eight-year-old stand-in skills coach Ed Robinson admits he was full of nerves before his first day with the England squad.

May: England not focused on Russell

5 years ago by Sky Sports Rugby

Jonny May says England will not focus on the inventiveness of fly-half Finn Russell and adapt their game in order to win Saturday's Six Nations clash against Scotland.

Will Chudley signs for Worcester Warriors

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Worcester Warriors have signed experienced scrum-half Will Chudley who will arrive from Bath Rugby on a two-year contract ahead of the 2021/22 season.     Chudley, 32, has played more...