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'That’s not rugby, people don’t pay money to go and see that' - Jones unhappy with Italy tactics

9 years ago by BBC Rugby News

England head coach Eddie Jones says his side weren't allowed to play "proper rugby", but Italy boss Conor O'Shea insists that any criticism is "hypocritical".

'If that’s rugby then I’m going to retire' - Eddie Jones launches stinging attack on Italian tactics

9 years ago by Irish Independent

Eddie Jones launched a scathing attack on Italy’s tactics following England’s 36-15 Six Nations victory and claimed that if that’s how rugby will be played from this day forward, he will retire.

Six Nations: England 36-15 Italy

9 years ago by Rugby World

What's hot and what's not from England's 2017 Six Nations clash with Italy at TwickenhamJumping for joy: Jack Nowell celebrates England's bonus-point try. Photo: Getty ImagesWhat's hot and what's not from...

Ireland women keep Grand Slam dream alive with hard fought win over France

9 years ago by Irish Independent

Ireland moved level on points with Women's Six Nations leaders England after maintaining their unbeaten record by edging past France 13-10 in Dublin.

Stat Breakdown - England vs Italy

9 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

ENG v ITA – STATS Certain portions of this game were extremely tight but for the most part England were dominant as the stats show. England made 11 clean breaks, making a total of 589 metres compared...

England survive Italy scare

9 years ago by Sky Sports Rugby

England kept their hopes of back-to-back Grand Slams alive with a 36-15 victory over Italy at Twickenham but only after being given a massive scare.

'Well done on ruining this international' - England legend launches Twitter rant over Italy's surprise tactics

9 years ago by Irish Independent

England World Cup winner Matt Dawson has caused a stir on Twitter after hitting out at Italy and referee Roman Poite during England's 36-15 win over Conor O'Shea's side this afternoon.

England survive Italian scare to move ahead of Ireland after bonus point win

9 years ago by Irish Independent

England survived an almighty scare to finish conclusive 36-15 winners at Twickenham as Italy issued a rousing response to scrutiny of their ongoing presence in the RBS 6 Nations.

Top 3 performers - England vs Italy

9 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Joe Launchbury  The big second row put in a hearty performance against the Italians. Launchbury's work rate was second to none this afternoon. He carried well and managed to break the Italian line...

'I'm a referee, not your coach' - Roman Poite channels his inner Nigel Owens in exchange with England stars

9 years ago by Irish Independent

Referee Roman Poite shared a funny exchange with Dylan Hartley and James Haskell during today's Six Nations clash with Italy after the England skipper and his team-mate enquired about the laws at the breakdown