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VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: Italy v Ireland

England must 'accelerate' as Borthwick seeks extra gear for France and Ireland battles

England boss Steve Borthwick has told his players they must "accelerate" their progress after a 20-10 victory over Wales in Cardiff. In Borthwick's third game as head coach, his team followed up victory...

Ireland two steps from Grand Slam glory as Farrell hails Rome visitors for winning 'proper Test match'

Andy Farrell was relieved Ireland "found a way" to overcome an impressive Italy side as his team stayed on course for a Grand Slam by winning 34-20 in Rome. Mack Hansen crossed for two tries, including...

Watson marks return with a try as Borthwick's men inflict more misery on hosts

England made it back-to-back Six Nations wins as they overcame a beleaguered Wales 20-10 at the Principality Stadium on Saturday. Wales, whose preparations for the game were hampered after a dispute with...

Hansen strikes twice as Farrell's side maintain Grand Slam charge

Ireland kept their Six Nations Grand Slam charge on track after a 34-20 victory over a spirited Italy in Rome. Mack Hansen crossed twice while stand-in captain James Ryan, Hugo Keenan and Bundee...

Six Nations Preview: France vs Scotland

There was a time when odd years in the Guinness Six Nations meant for a tough time for Scotland, such was their record at Twickenham and the Stade de France. Until 2021, they had not managed a win at...

Six Nations Preview: Wales vs England

England travel to Wales on Saturday hoping to end a six-year wait for a win in Cardiff. Having kickstarted their campaign with a bonus-point win against Italy, another positive result at Principality...

Six Nations Preview: Italy vs Ireland

The next stop on Ireland’s bid for a Grand Slam takes them to Rome, where Italy lie in wait in Round 3 of the 2023 Guinness Six Nations. Andy Farrell’s side have already beaten Wales and...

Ireland bandwagon rolls into Rome, Scotland eye France scalp

Ireland will be expected to stay in the hunt for a Grand Slam when they resume the Six Nations against Italy while Scotland's title credentials will face a stern test in Paris. Andy Farrell's Ireland...

Dingwall skippers Saints for showdown with Gloucester

Fraser Dingwall will lead out Northampton Saints against Gloucester Rugby, with Director of Rugby Phil Dowson making seven changes to his line-up for this weekend’s Gallagher Premiership clash.   James...