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Following an inury in the autumn internationals whilst playing for Scotland, Adam Hastings suffered another spell on the sidelines with a shoulder injury that required surgery, in the 28-13 defeat to Leicester Tigers. His role was more crucial this campaign, Hastings was due to lead the Cherry and White’s attack alongside Mark Atkinson, unfortunately the […]
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 […]
A new dawn has arrived for England as the Steve Borthwick reign begins with England taking on Scotland in their opening match of the Six Nations. For the past two seasons Scotland have opened up their tournaments with stunning victories over the old rivals, but as a new tenure begins at Twickenham a hat-trick of […]
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 […]
Last weekend saw the return of the Six Nations, and all those engrossed were treated to a thrilling round of action that saw a Calcutta Cup upset, Ireland dominate in Dublin and France flex their muscles against Italy. There were some stand out performances from Stuart Hogg, Marcus Smith and Mack Hansen to name a […]
England have dropped their 50-cap fullback Elliot Daly in favour of young Bristol Bears fullback Max Mallins, who will be making his first international start. Eddie Jones’ England will be looking to bounce back after conceding 40 points to Wales for the first time in their history as they were beaten 40-24 in Cardiff. Their […]
The 2021 Guinness Six Nations kicks off tomorrow with three enthralling games taking place over the weekend, including reigning champions England facing Scotland at Twickenham. Embed from Getty Images Italy vs France – 14:15 The first game of this year’s Six Nations will take place at the Stadio Olympico between France and Italy. Last year’s […]
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 […]
Eddie Jones has revealed his starting line up ahead of the 2021 Six Nations opener against Scotland on Saturday. South African Jones will be looking for his fourth Six Nations title in six years. The big inclusion into the team is uncapped Beno Obano, who will be the only uncapped man in the matchday 23. […]
The NatWest Six Nations kicks off next month with England hoping to claim the title for the third consecutive title. Many Gloucester players will be hopeful of following in the steps of Jake Polledri, who was called into the Italian national squad following a strong start to the season. Wales name their side Tuesday morning, […]