Scotland Women's training squad for the Six Nations 2026

Comprising 21 forwards and 17 backs, will be led once more by Rachel Malcolm and includes three notable returnees in the form of stand-off Meryl Smith, winger Shona Campbell and lock forward Louise...

Ireland Women's training squad for the Six Nations 2026

England should stick with Borthwick, says former coach Jones

Eddie Jones believes it would be "foolhardy" for England to dismiss coach Steve Borthwick, despite their disappointing Six Nations campaign. A dramatic 48-46 defeat to France last weekend condemned England...

Bemand Signs Contract Extension As Ireland Head Coach Through To Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029

The IRFU is delighted to announce that Scott Bemand has signed a contract extension to remain as Ireland Head Coach until Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029. In charge since August 2021, Bemand has spearheaded...

Six Nations Team Attack | Passing

Ireland completed more passes than any other side in the competition despite being tied second for time in possession.  Scotland had the most time in possesion with 108 minutes across the five...

Six Nations Maulers | Who Got It Right?

The maul is an effective weapon despite more laws coming in to govern it. It is no surprise that England had the most mauls in the 2026 Six Nations but what will come as a surprise is that Scotland had...

Six Nations Hookers Ranked

Having a strong scrum and accurate line out are key to making a good team great, without them you will struggle to be a dominant force in the game. Here is a look at the line out data from this years tournament...

Fletcher Anderson to skipper Scarlets in Galway

Fletcher Anderson will lead the Scarlets for the first time in Friday’s rescheduled BKT United Rugby Championship clash with Connacht in Galway (19:45; Premier Sports).   The 23-year-old No....

Wales team for Six Nations finale against Italy

Head coach Steve Tandy has named the Wales team to play Italy on ‘Super Saturday’ in the fifth and final round of the 2026 Guinness Six Nations on 14 March (kick-off 4.40pm, live on BBC1 and...

'Banged up' Wainwright set to feature for Wales against Italy

Wales' number eight Aaron Wainwright is "banged up" but set to feature in their Six Nations finale against Italy on Saturday. Wainwright has been an ever-present in the Wales starting line-up...