Villiere, Thomas the France wings for Rome trip
5 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyToulon's Gabin Villiere and Racing 92's Teddy Thomas will start on the wings for France in their Six Nations opener against Italy in Rome on Saturday.
The Breakdown | State of the unions: Six Nations 2021 team-by-team prospects
5 years ago by The GuardianEngland must improvise, France and Scotland can thrill, Ireland need drive, Wales will focus on results and Italy look to youthThe champions are the favourites despite being without five leading forwards...
Team Announcement: Gregory Alldritt starts, Damian Penaud returns
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance head coach Fabien Galthie has confirmed his team that will face Italy in the Six Nations opener on Saturday February 6. The runners up from the 2020 Six Nations and Autumn Nations Cup have been...
Slim hopes for Italy in the face of the mighty French
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 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 RugbyScotland 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...
Six Nations 2021 in focus: Ireland
5 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyAfter 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 RugbyThe 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...
Wales ban Josh Adams for first two Six Nations games after Covid breach
5 years ago by The GuardianPivac ‘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...
On This Day in 2018, Last-gasp Sexton drop-goal stuns France
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOn this day in 2018, there was late drama in Paris as Jonathan Sexton nailed a late drop-goal to hand Ireland a famous opening-round Six Nations win over France. Jonathan Sexton spoiled Jacques...
World Rugby Highlight Concussion Return to Play Protocol Ahead Of Six Nations
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAhead of the 2021 6 Nations, World Rugby have moved to highlight and clarify the concussion return to play protocols and how it works. Read the full statement and explanation below: While...
