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Scotland shed Six Nations underdog tag and take step into unknown | Paul Rees

5 years ago by The Guardian

Scotland take on Wales at Murrayfield in the unusual position of favourites – they need to embrace those expectationsThe last time Scotland defeated England, they stalled. The only two victories in their...

Six Nations: Scotland vs Wales talking points

5 years ago by Sky Sports Rugby

Scotland and Wales will both look to build on impressive opening-round wins in this year's Six Nations when they collide at Murrayfield on Saturday.

Sexton, Ryan and Murray ruled out as Ireland name team for France showdown

5 years ago by Irish Independent

Johnny Sexton is unable to lead Ireland against France on Sunday as a result of the brain injury he suffered against Wales last weekend and the blow has been compounded by the loss of Conor Murray who...

Billy Burns at flyhalf while Iain Henderson captains Ireland against France

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has named the side that will face France in round 2 of the 2021 Guinness Six Nations Championship.   There’s a new half-back pairing, a new captain...

Liam Williams column: Back in action, new faces and stolen sweets

5 years ago by BBC Rugby News

In his latest BBC Wales Sport column, Liam Williams reflects on his Six Nations return, controlling his aggression and tackling a rejuvenated Scotland.

Six minutes of Dan Biggar moaning to referees will boil the blood of traditional fans

5 years ago by Rugby Dump

A new compilation video has been put together of Wales international Dan Biggar backchatting to referees on the pitch.

Buoyant Scotland have Wales in their sights, France set for Dublin battle

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Fresh from a famous Calcutta Cup triumph, Scotland will look to make it two wins out of two when they do battle with Wales.     Buoyant Scotland will go in search of back-to-back wins over...

Scotland v Wales 1971: Sir Gareth Edwards recalls day 100,000 witnessed a Five Nations classic

5 years ago by BBC Rugby News

Sir Gareth Edwards recalls the 1971 day that stands out as an iconic Five Nations encounter against Scotland at Murrayfield during Wales' golden era.

Wales call on Wainwright after hit on blindside

5 years ago by Irish Independent

Wales have been bombarded by injuries at the start of this year’s Six Nations, and it seemed when Dan Lydiate was forced to limp off 12 minutes into his first Test since 2018 that there could hardly...