England braced for battle of big beasts against France in Six Nations
1 decade ago by The GuardianStuart Lancaster’s team would appear to have all the advantages but France’s hulking pack could turn Twickenham showdown into a war of attrition• Stuart Lancaster refuses to entertain thoughts of...
Winning Wales would face trophy wait
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales would have to wait until Sunday to be presented with the Six Nations trophy if they win the 2015 title on Saturday. England, Ireland and France can also win the tournament. Wales...
Some talking points from round four of the 6 Nations
1 decade agoAre France back to their best?In what was a disappointing first three games of the championship for France, they got back to winning ways with a comprehensive win over Italy. With Philippe Saint-Andre...
Wales face trophy wait if they win Six Nations
1 decade ago by ESPN ScrumWales will not receive the Six Nations trophy in Rome next Saturday if they win this season's title. There are only two Six Nations trophies - the original and a replica - with tournament organisers...
Winning Six Nations title is not enough for England in a World Cup year
1 decade ago by The TelegraphWill England be hailed as true champions if they win the Six Nations title? Of course they will, as well they should be. But there are caveats. The RBS trophy will be encased at Twickenham, the record...
Saint-Andre considers Six Nations future
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comFrance coach Philippe Saint-Andre on Monday gave a strong indication that Saturday's game against England at Twickenham would be his last match in charge of a Six Nations game.
Schmidt: Ireland still in the race
1 decade ago by Rugby 365Ireland coach Joe Schmidt insists confidence will remain high in the camp this week, despite seeing their hopes of a Grand Slam in this year's Six Nations having disappeared with defeat to Wales. Previously...
Wilkinson: French anxiety
1 decade ago by Sky Sports RugbyJonny Wilkinson spoke to Sky Sports about the famous rugby rivalry between England and France, as Stuart Lancaster's men prepare for a Six Nations showdown with Les Bleus at Twickenham on Saturday.
France are totally different challenge - Lancaster
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comEngland have to recalibrate for a "completely different challenge" from France after digesting the lessons from the victory over Scotland that gave them a real chance of winning the Six Nations title.
Premiership confirm plan to scrap relegation and say it will benefit England
1 decade ago by Telegraph Rugby NewsScrapping Premiership relegation could help England at future World Cups, the head of the English top flight has claimed after admitting the radical plan was being explored. Premiership Rugby chief...
