France claimed victory in the opening round of the Guinness Six Nations for the first time since 2016 after hold off a second-half England fightback to triumph 24-17 in Paris. Converted tries from Vincent Rattez and captain Charles Ollivon plus a Romain Ntamack penalty opened up a 17-point lead for Fabien
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Jones: It’s time for the team to step up
England head coach Eddie Jones has urged his players to provide the perfect response to their disappointing opening-round 24-17 defeat against France. The Red Rose are looking to bounce back immediately by securing a first win against Scotland in three years, as they look to regain the Calcutta Cup. While acknowledging that his side were below
Williams fighting to be fit for Twickenham trip
Liam Williams is set to miss Wales’ next two Guinness Six Nations matches against Ireland and France. But the fullback could return in time to face England on March 7 at Twickenham, according to defence coach Byron Hayward. The Saracens back has yet to feature for club or country this season since
Extended Highlights: Ireland 19-12 Scotland
Johnny Sexton produced a captain’s performance as Ireland saw off Scotland 19-12 to begin the Andy Farrell era in style. Sexton – who has replaced the retired Rory Best as captain – scored all 19 points in a tight battle at the Aviva Stadium. The fly-half crossed for a try and kicked
Extended Highlights: Wales 42-0 Italy
Wales made light work of their Guinness Six Nations opener as they defeated Italy 42-0 victory in Cardiff. Josh Adams took the headlines with a hat-trick to add to scores from debutant Nick Tompkins and George North as Wales collected a bonus-point win. While Wales will have enjoyed every minute of Wayne Pivac’s maiden Championship outing as head
Farrell names Ireland team to face Wales
Robbie Henshaw will start in place of Garry Ringrose for Ireland’s Round 2 clash against Wales, in one of two changes to the starting XV made by head coach Andy Farrell. The 26-year-old Leinster star joined the action against Scotland at half-time following Ringrose’s finger injury, and is given the nod in midfield
England under more pressure than Scotland ahead of Calcutta Cup clash, says ex-captain Lawson
Former Scotland captain Rory Lawson insists it is England who are under the spotlight in this weekend’s Calcutta Cup clash after suffering disappointing defeats in their two latest games. Gregor Townend’s men will set out to retain the Calcutta Cup on Saturday with their 25-13 victory over the Auld Enemy two