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This week’s action in the six nations has the chance to shape how the rest of the competition will look. England look to realistically keep their title hopes alive as they welcome a strong France side to the newly named Allianz Stadium, Twickenham. Italy have the chance to create history as they welcome […]
After a weeks hiatus the Six Nations is back, with old rivals clashing, title challengers facing off, and the Italians eye up a big shock. The first two weeks saw plenty of action, on and off the pitch, with Ireland leading the way and Wales propping up the table. Played Wins Losses Points Difference […]
Manu Tuilagi will miss England’s clash with Wales at Twickenham after sustaining a hamstring injury in training, whilst Gloucester’s Louis Rees-Zammit has been dropped by Wales. Tuilagi’s replacement in the England starting team on Saturday will be confirmed on the day, with Joe Marchant recalled to the squad. Courtney Lawes will resume captaincy duties for […]
Harry Randall will make his first Six Nations start this Sunday as Head Coach Eddie Jones has made eight changes from last weekend’s Calcutta Cup defeat. Ben Youngs has been dropped to the bench, while Joe Marchant moves in one position to outside-centre as Jack Nowell takes his place on the wing. Sam Simmonds has […]
The 36-man squad, including uncapped players, have been named for the championship taking place in February and March. Three uncapped players make an appearance for the squad this year which include: Dewi Lake (hooker), Jac Morgan (back row) and James Ratti (back row). The squad contains 20 forwards including Wyn Jones, Gareth Thomas, Aaron Wainwright, […]
England and Scotland have both announced their lineups ahead of Saturday’s Calcutta Cup clash at Twickenham, with Gloucester players Jonny May & Chris Harris called up for their respective countries. Jonny May looks set to add to his 60 caps for England since making his debut in 2013, becoming the country’s joint second highest try-scorer […]
Cardiff Blues and Wales winger Josh Adams has been released by Wales after being suspended for the first two matches of the 2021 Six Nations following a breach of Covid-19 protocols. The suspension follows after images of the top try scorer at the 2019 World Cup was leaked of him at a family gathering for […]