Six Nations

Scotland confirm Ritchie, Dempsey and Dobie likely out of Six Nations after injuries in Calcutta Cup

Jonathan Sexton backs Ireland fly-halves ahead of England Six Nations clash and expects improved performances from squad playmakers

England reshuffle team against Ireland as Henry Pollock earns first start and Maro Itoje reaches 100 cap milestone.

France have suffered an injury setback ahead of their Six Nations meeting with Italy after centre Yoram Moefana was ruled out of the fixture.

IRFU investigates racist online abuse targeting Edwin Edogbo after Ireland Six Nations match against Italy

France climbed above England in the latest World Rugby rankings after another strong Six Nations performance, while Scotland also improved their position following a key victory.

Scotland ended England’s long winning run with a 31-20 victory at Murrayfield, producing a clinical attacking display backed by determined defence to keep the Calcutta Cup in Edinburgh.

Ireland avoided a shock defeat in the second round of Six Nations at the Aviva Stadium, coming from behind to defeat a spirited Italy after a tense second half comeback.

Maro Itoje says England Six Nations focus is helping him deal with personal loss before Scotland Calcutta Cup clash

Gregor Townsend addresses pressure and focuses on Scotland response ahead of Calcutta Cup match against England

Andy Farrell outlines reasons behind Ireland team changes and new player opportunities for Italy Six Nations clash

After a disappointing start to the Six Nations, Scotland can still take heart from emerging talent beyond the senior squad, none more so than young prop Ollie Blyth-Lafferty.

Steve Tandy admits his side “have got to be better” ahead of Wales’ daunting Guinness Six Nations match against France at the Principality Stadium.

James Lowe returns as Ireland overhaul lineup for Italy after France defeat in Six Nations

Italy keep winning lineup against Ireland with Leonardo Marin replacing Juan Ignacio Brex and Pani starting at full-back

Scotland alter lineup for Calcutta Cup vs England after Italy defeat with four key selection changes

England head coach Steve Borthwick has urged Scotland supporters to ease the criticism on Gregor Townsend ahead of Saturday’s Calcutta Cup clash.

Alex Mitchell warns England to expect strong Scotland response after Italy loss in Six Nations clash at Murrayfield

Tadhg Furlong resumes full training and could feature for Ireland against Italy in Six Nations fixture.

Cian Prendergast says Ireland will bounce back after Six Nations loss to France and prepare for Italy challenge