Six Nations
Henry Pollock handed first start for England as Borthwick makes 3 changes
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The times are changing, and some Six Nations teams may be left behind
As the importance of the kicking game grows, England and France look to be ahead of the curve while Ireland may fall stagnant.
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'It's time for Borthwick and Farrell to pin their colours to the mast at 10'
England and Ireland should select Fin Smith and Jack Crowley respectively, and back each man to lead them to Rugby World Cup 2027.
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How new-look France trumped same old Ireland in Six Nations opener
Fabien Galthie's Bordeaux-infused attack and renewed aerial focus exposed pressing issues Andy Farrell has yet to solve.
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'Whatever happens, my heart's very full': Konkel on retirement and Scotland situation
USA international makes 'easy choice' to stay with Loughborough
'We just coughed the ball up': Chisholm frustrated at Harlequins loss
'We did a really good job': Ives Campion pleased with Lightning's second half efforts in Devon
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Italian-qualified ex-Junior Bok follows in father's footsteps with Benetton move
Benetton have signed Sharks fly-half Jean Smith ahead of next season on a three-year deal.
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South Africa leaves door open for highly rated Josh Neill
The Springboks haven’t given up hope and have left the door open for flanker Josh Neill to play Test rugby for the land of his b…
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England the only team not represented in our Six Nations team of the week
What a difference a week makes in the Guinness Six Nations.
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Steve Tandy makes plea to nation as Wales set 2 unwanted records
Les Bleus eased to their biggest victory in Cardiff on Sunday, scoring eight tries en route to a 54-12 success.
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One theme dominates reaction to England chariot grinding to halt
England’s 31-20 defeat at Murrayfield has reignited a familiar criticism of Steve Borthwick’s side: when Plan A stalls, there …
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