The insanity of Irish rugby making the same old mistakes
5 years ago by Irish IndependentWhen will we ever learn? For some time Ireland have laboured under the delusion that Wales belong to a much lower order of rugby civilisation. The Welsh are just there to be pitied while the mighty men...
Scotland coach Gregor Townsend preaches caution following momentous opening-day win at Twickenham
5 years ago by Irish IndependentEngland 6 Scotland 11
Eddie Jones admits England let the country down in defeat to Scotland
5 years ago by The Guardian• England suffer first home loss to Scotland in 38 years• Jones set to call on cavalry against Italy in Six NationsEddie Jones has admitted England let the country down in their dismal Six Nations...
Ultimate Rugby's Six Nations Player Of Round One | Antoine Dupont
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe opening weekend of the Six Nations did not disappoint as we saw a French side in full flight, an upset at Twickenham and drama in Cardiff. France made light work of Italy to open...
Things we learned from the opening weekend of Guinness Six Nations action
5 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyScotland stunned England at Twickenham, while France and Wales also kicked off with victories
Six Nations Team of the Week - Round One
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Six Nations returned just over three months after the conclusion of the 2020 edition of the tournament. The opening round saw France pick up from where they left off last year...
Scottish Rugby defends players not taking knee
5 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyThe Scottish Rugby Union says it stands behind the fight against racism after only four players chose to take a knee ahead of Saturday's win over England at Twickenham.
Wales grind out Six Nations win as O'Mahony red card costs Ireland
5 years ago by The GuardianWales 21-16 IrelandNorth and Rees-Zammit score in second half for hosts Wales came from behind against 14 men to end a run of four consecutive Six Nations defeats and if for long periods it was difficult...
What now for Eddie Jones's England after worst defeat in decades?
5 years ago by The GuardianCoach has steered his team down a tactical cul de sac leaving them ineffective against opponents unwilling to be bulliedLate on Saturday night, after the lights had gone out on England’s Calcutta Cup...
