Matthieu Jalibert's late try proved to be the difference as France overcame a stubborn Italy with a 29-24 margin in the opening round of the Six Nations tournament at Stadio Olimpico on Sunday.
Following England’s loss to Scotland at Twickenham Stadium, head coach Steve Borthwick spoke of his “bitter disappointment” at losing the Calcutta Cup clash and his hope of picking up a win over Italy next week.
Wales head coach Warren Gatland rued his side's poor discipline as they succumbed to a 10-34 defeat against Ireland in the Six Nations opener at Principality Stadium on Saturday.
Following the Calcutta Cup, Joe Harvey has reaction from Twickenham Stadium as Duhan van der Merwe’s stunning double means that Scotland have lifted the trophy three years on the trot.
A late Duhan van der Merwe try at Twickenham saw England’s start to life under new head coach Steve Borthwick start with a loss as Gregor Townsend’s side retained the Calcutta Cup for a fifth time in six years.
Ahead of England’s Guinness Six Nations opener against Scotland on Saturday afternoon, full-back Freddie Steward hopes that the tournament’s kick-off this weekend can be a reminder of what rugby can do for its community.
From his school days at Hutton Grammar to the cauldron of a Calcutta Cup clash with Scotland, England's head coach has never lost his focus when comes to striving to be the best.
After announcing his first England squad ahead of the team’s Guinness Six Nations opener against Scotland at Twickenham Stadium, Steve Borthwick once again appeared calm and collected.
Two years ago, Scotland secured their first triumph at Twickenham since 1983 but who in blue will rise to the challenge this weekend as Gregor Towsend's men look to retain the Calcutta Cup?