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Oscar Jegou scoring for France against Ireland last season

Brendan Gallagher: A Thursday showdown in Paris is nothing new for the Six Nations

There is very little new in rugby and, although much is being made of the ‘controversial’ decision to kick off the 2026 Six Nations on a Thursday night...

Saracens legend: Owen Farrell

Jeremy Guscott: Mark McCall’s challenge – to create another dynasty

We don’t often hear Mark McCall making comments about a lack of “attitude and application” in the Saracens squad, and especially not just before a big European Cup...

On a roll: Ealing Trailfinders celebrate as Scott Buckley goes over for his second try

Nick Cain: One area where Ealing Trailfinders leave Bath in the shade

You have got to admire Ealing Trailfinders. The staying power that has seen them go 19 matches unbeaten in the Champ, 13 of them this season, despite repeatedly...

On the ball: Luke Pearce awarding a penalty PICTURE: Alamy

Chris Hewett: Why we need to see more of referee Luke Pearce

Alfie Barbeary turned in an eye-catching performance as Bath squeaked their way past Exeter at a rapt Recreation Ground last weekend. Yet the top of the bill act,...

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Sale Sharks chief Alex Sanderson insists new coaching team will fire his side up

Alex Sanderson believes Sale Sharks’ realigned coaching set-up will lead to improved results after a disappointing first half of the campaign.

On the move: Rusi Tuima is joining Newcastle. PICTURES: Getty Images

Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter says Newcastle Red Bulls rebuild will take time

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter expects it will take Red Bull three years to turn Newcastle into a Premiership force.

Northampton Saints’ Tommy Freeman bursts through to score against Harlequins

Tommy Freeman: I just want Northampton Saints to keep on winning

Tommy Freeman has yet to taste defeat this season for Northampton Saints and is looking to keep it that way today against holders Bordeaux-Begles in the Champions Cup.

Flying high: Adam Radwan scoring against Saracens. PICTURES: Getty Images

Leicester Tigers getting ready to strike, says Adam Radwan

Adam Radwan insists the claws are sharpened and the intent is clear as Leicester Tigers stalk the second half of the season, ready to strike from just outside...

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Aaron Wainwright Dragons

Aaron Wainwright confirms his Leicester Tigers move

Leicester Tigers have confirmed the signing of Wales No.8 Aaron Wainwright from Dragons at the end of the season.

Munster left at gate by Ulster

■ By SAM JACKSON Ulster ..............28 Munster ............ 3 ULSTER dominated the second half to run away with a resounding victory. in Belfast. The hosts led just 6-3...

Edinburgh hold on to deny Benetton

■ By BILL WRIGHT Benetton ........14 Edinburgh .......15 EDINBURGH held on for a gritty win at Stadio Monigo to ease the pressure on head coach Sean Everitt following...

Weir signs off with a win for Warriors

■ By DOMINIC HUNTER Glasgow ........ 47 Zebre ................ 10 GLASGOW Warriors moved second in the United Rugby Championship with a bonus-point win over Zebre in Duncan Weir’s...

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Why Ireland are unlikely to win the 2026 Six Nations

For the first time in a couple of years, Ireland aren’t the favourites to win the Six Nations. The leading Irish rugby betting sites expect both France and...

TOKYO, JAPAN - DECEMBER 22: Aaron Smith of Toyota Verblitz passes the ball during the NTT Japan Rugby League One match between Kubota Spears Funabashi Tokyo-Bay v Toyota Verblitz at Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Ground on December 22, 2024 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Toru Hanai/Getty Images)

Official Preview: Japan Rugby League One 2025-26 – Round Five

Things might be about to get worse for Toyota Verblitz. Fresh off having let a 29-10 halftime lead slip against BlackRams Tokyo, they now must rouse themselves for...

Scott Robertson removed as All Blacks boss

New Zealand are searching for a new head coach after Scott Robertson was forced to step aside following an internal review midway through the 2027 World Cup cycle.

Maro Itoje Lions

British and Irish Lions set to play France in first meeting for nearly 40 years

France have been touted to host a warm-up game against the British and Irish Lions ahead of their New Zealand tour, according to the latest reports.

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