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Why did England's attack struggle in the Calcutta Cup?

England, normally so efficient on attack, struggled to crack the Scottish defence in Edinburgh.

Ireland have the world's best attack with Johnny Sexton at No 10

If you enjoy beautiful rugby, Ireland are the team to watch - especially with Johnny Sexton at the helm.

Six Nations: Scotland dare to dream

Can Scotland's best squad in a generation rise to the occasion?

Scotland are being talked up by those in the know as serious contenders, a side that England should respect and even fear but hope…

Johnnie Beattie: 'Tears streamed down my face. Every time.'

Johnnie Beattie explains why England will miss Owen Farrell, the set-piece could hurt France, and this Six Nations will be the tig…

Fly-half focus: The men who could decide the Six Nations

The fly-half can make or break a well-practiced gameplan and in the Six Nations, there will be a plethora of talent on show, stret…

France plot road to success by heeding errors of the past

France's renaissance has seen them thrust into the unfamiliar role as Six Nations tournament favourite but their sights are on an …

Hines' Calcutta Cup of tears

Nathan Hines talks walking out on Scotland, jousting with Eddie Jones and Calcutta Cup joy.

Cardiff's 'College of Knowledge' hits the bullseye

This year's Six Nations will feature a smattering of Cardiff-reared talent that didn't come through the conventional academy route…

Rugby shows vision to widen its congregation

Rugby returned to terrestrial TV in a boon to domestic rugby and with the Six Nations just days away, rugby is set to return to ce…

Unlocking Marcus Smith's game in the Six Nations

England have one of the best attacking players in the Six Nations at their disposal.

Andy Farrell to perform high-wire balancing act with Ireland

The Ireland coach is entering the Six Nations with the wind in his sails after wins over England and New Zealand in the last 12 mo…