North to make history as Wales eye Triple Crown, winless Ireland expected to defeat the Azzurri
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland will be out to put a dent in Wales' Six Nations title hopes in Cardiff and enhance their own chances of retaining the trophy. Wales go in search of a Triple Crown in a blockbuster battle...
Ireland seek to rub salt into Azzurri's wounds
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe third round of the 2021 Six Nations will kick-off in Rome where the Italians meet the Men in Green of Ireland. Italy’s overall situation in the Six Nations is dire, to say the least,...
Tuesday's round-up of Six Nations news
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales injury update: There is good news in the pipeline for the Welsh at scrumhalf with Tomos Williams back at training after his hamstring issues. The 26 year-old is, however, not expected to...
Ireland Squad to Reassemble as Players Return from PRO14 Action
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsAn Ireland squad of 36 players will reassemble on Monday morning at the IRFU High Performance Centre at the Sport Ireland Campus as they step up preparation for taking on Franco Smith’s Italian side...
A tale of two set-pieces – French lineout attack shows what Ireland are missing
5 years ago by Irish IndependentIt’s not often Italy head coaches breathe a sigh of relief when they see Ireland next up on the fixture list. The incumbent there, Franco Smith, will feel like the worst of the storm has passed. Having...
Franco Smith calls on experience for England clash
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyItaly head coach Franco Smith has called on the experience of Carlo Canna and Andrea Lovotti for Italy's clash with England at Twickenham. The pair have been recalled to the starting XV after...
Rattled England look for big performance against Italy
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter a disappointing performance in Round 1, England will be hungry to grab the opportunity placed before them in Round 2 – a lacklustre Italian outfit who took 50 points against the fiery French...
Italy ditch dual playmakers for French Six Nations clash
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA youthful French side will host France in the opening Six Nations match of the year. Franco Smith has rung the changes from the side that competed in the Autumn Nations Cup with one of the biggest...
Franco Smith and Luca Bigi discuss Italy's strive for consistency
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyItaly head coach Franco Smith and captain Luca Bigi give their thoughts on the Championship at the 2021 Guinness Six Nations virtual launch
Four uncapped players in Franco Smith's Italy Six Nations squad
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyItaly Head Coach Franco Smith has named four uncapped players in his 2021 Six Nations squad. The Zebre front-row duo of Daniele Rimpelli and Marco Manfredi come into the side while Mogliano lock...
