Mathieu Bastareaud back as France opt for power against England
7 years ago by The GuardianBastareaud is one of six changes made by Jacques BrunelDemba Bamba to start at tight-head in pack reshuffle Mathieu Bastareaud has returned to Les Bleus’ starting line-up as France opted for bulk and...
Six Nations: Bastareaud Returns for Le Crunch
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance Head coach Jacques Brunel has made a number of changes following his side's loss to Wales in the opening round of the Six Nations. France vice captain Mathieu Bastareaud is back...
“I think they are class players and class is permanent” - Schmidt
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJoe Schmidt is backing Conor Murray and Johnny Sexton to shake off the rust and to be the ‘competitive animals’ Ireland need to face down Scotland at Murrayfield. Scrum-half...
Schmidt excited to see Farrell in action against Scotland
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyInjuries to Garry Ringrose and Robbie Henshaw will allow Chris Farrell to return to the Ireland XV this weekend. Joe Schmidt is excited to see Chris Farrell in action...
The losing feeling doesn’t get any easier for Schmidt
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyJoe Schmidt admitted he had spent the week reflecting on Ireland’s poor performance against England, but has selected the right side to get the Guinness Six Nations defending champions back on track...
Buoyant U20s won't take Scots for granted
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyIn spite of the enormity of their opening round victory over England, defence coach Kieran Campbell has insisted the Ireland U20s are keeping their feet firmly on the ground.
Manu Tuilagi casts aside roguish image to give England sense of calm
7 years ago by The GuardianThe centre is back in the Six Nations fold and relishing the chance to occupy a more senior role in Eddie Jones’ squadManu Tuilagi has mixed memories of playing against France. His two Six Nations matches...
Joe Schmidt defends Ireland’s ‘very varied game’
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbySchmidt’s side received criticism after they were beaten by England in their Six Nations opener.
Six Nations Team News
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySix Nations: Davies Leads Wales For The First Time Jonathan Davies will captain Wales for the first time on Saturday as he leads his country against Italy in Rome. Davies...
Rob Kearney back as Ireland ring changes for Six Nations trip to Scotland
7 years ago by The Guardian• Robbie Henshaw out injured and Chris Farrell picked at centre• Scotland drop hat-trick hero Blair Kinghorn for Sean MaitlandRob Kearney will return at full-back for Ireland’s Six Nations trip to...
