I’m not being optimistic, unit for unit Italy are better than England
The man who played 142 Tests wearing the Azzurri blue on his back, who spent nearly 20 years…
Ireland team announcement – text updates
Wales name team for Dublin trippublished at 15:51 GMT 15:51 GMT Ireland v Wales (Fri, 20:10 GMT) Chris…
Bath complete a hat-trick of tight-head contract renewals
Kieran Verden has joined fellow tight-heads, Will Stuart and Billy Sela, in committing his future to reigning PREM…
Rob Baxter on Exeter’s US investors and the future of English rugby
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that he is in the dark about discussions between their chairman and…
Courtney Lawes offered shock move back to the Gallagher Prem
Premiership clubs are reportedly keeping tabs on two experienced former England internationals currently playing in France. According to…
Garbisi hits Italy with brutal reality check amid talk of historic England win
Italy fly-half Paolo Garbisi has said that he does not see this weekend as a “very big opportunity”…
Where Hull FC stand on 2027 Vegas showcase as John Cartwright offers insight
Hull FC hold the desire to play in Las Vegas – but on one key condition. Rugby league…
Ex-Warrington Wolves man facing possibility of early retirement after NRL transfer drama
Former Warrington Wolves man Ryan Matterson could be facing retirement as he seeks medical advise for long-lasting concussion…
Dave Rennie named first All Blacks coach of Pasifika heritage
It came down to two in the end, with David Rennie trumping Jamie Joseph – the former All…
Andy Farrell to offer fresh opportunities, Steve Tandy’s hand forced by injuries – The Irish Times
Ireland team to be announced at 2pm Key reads: Join The Irish Times Rugby WhatsApp channel to stay…
Six Nations 2026: Steve Tandy makes three changes for Wales’ game against Ireland
Wales fans – happy with the selection?published at 10:25 GMT 10:25 GMT 2026 Six Nations We want to…
Six Nations: Fin Smith comes into revamped England team to face Italy
Head coach Steve Borthwick has been less ruthless among the forwards. England’s line-out wobbled badly against Ireland, however,…