6 Nations

Player of the Match Fickou ‘world-class’, says France coach Edwards

France defence coach Shaun Edwards hailed Gaël Fickou as “world-class” after a match-winning contribution from the centre in France’s thrilling 32-21 win over Scotland in Paris.   Fickou...

Wales equal record low position in World Rugby Men’s Rankings

For the third time in history, Wales find themselves down in 10th place in the World Rugby Men’s rankings.     Saturday’s 20-10 loss to England has led to a reduced rating of...

Gregor Townsend: Scotland played their ‘best rugby of the tournament’ in France defeat

Gregor Townsend feels Scotland delivered their best performance of the Six Nations Championship in their narrow 32-21 defeat against France.     Having beaten England and Wales in the opening...

Les Bleus back to winning ways with bonus-point victory

France got back to winning ways in the Six Nations with a 32-21 bonus-point victory over Scotland at the Stade de France. Scotland headed into Sunday's game having opened the competition with back-to-back...

VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: Wales v England

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...