Two rounds into this year’s Championship, we’ve got a fairly good idea of the teams to watch as France and Ireland have stormed to the top of the table. But who are the lynchpins behind their success? Let’s take a look at some stats, powered by AWS. The below video highlights some
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Ireland call on rock and rugby royalty to prepare for England
With two wins from two, Ireland could not have hoped for much more from their start to the Guinness Six Nations. And ahead of a potentially pivotal trip to Twickenham to take on England, Andy Farrell’s side have been preparing with a visit from Irish pop royalty. None other than Bono, the
In Focus: France lead Dominant Tackles | Powered by AWS
A lot was expected of France’s defence when they brought in Shaun Edwards ahead of the 2020 Guinness Six Nations, and through two rounds they have not disappointed. On the surface, France’s five tries conceded is better than only Italy, but delve a little deeper with the help of AWS stats
Jones: Memories of victory in Paris give Wales belief
Wyn Jones believes Wales should take heart from last year’s comeback in Paris when they take on France at the Principality Stadium on Saturday (4.45pm). Wales trailed 16-0 at half-time in that fixture but three second-half tries and a Dan Biggar penalty saw them kick off their 2019 Grand Slam-winning campaign
Farrell opts for continuity with unchanged Ireland team
Ireland coach Andy Farrell has kept faith with the team that beat Wales last time out for their trip to face England at Twickenham on Sunday. The starting XV is unchanged from that win and the only alteration in the matchday 23 is Caelan Doris replacing fellow Leinster back-rower Max Deegan
Scotland change three for Italy trip
Scotland have made three changes to their team for Saturday’s trip to Italy as Gregor Townsend’s men target a first win of the 2020 Guinness Six Nations. Stuart McInally comes in at hooker for Fraser Brown while Ben Toolis replaces the injured Jonny Gray in the second row. The final change comes
Referee announcements for Round 3 of the 2020 Guinness Six Nations
Ben O’Keeffe will be the man in the middle as the third weekend of the Guinness Six Nations gets under way between Italy and Scotland at 2:15pm on Saturday. Both sides are searching for their first win of the Championship this year with Scotland aiming for a fifth successive Guinness Six
