England Claim Status as France's Six Nations Main Rival
If France set the benchmark with their emphatic opening‑night victory over Ireland, then England proved they are the main rivals to their Six Nations crown.
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Arundell hat-trick powers England to 48-7 win
England launched their bid for Six Nations glory with an emphatic and chastening 48-7 mauling of a sorry Wales at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.
Italy Stun Scotland 18-15 in Rain-Soaked Rome
Michael Cantillon Sports Journalist Italy 18-15 Scotland: Gregor Townsend's visitors begin Six Nations with shock defeat in heavy Rome rain Louis Lynagh, Tommaso Menoncello score tries for Italy, while fly-half Paolo Garbisi adds eight points off the kicking tee in rain-sodden conditions; Scotland…
Review urges new venue for Challenge Cup final
The Challenge Cup final could move away from Wembley after a club-led strategic review recommended the Rugby Football League to "consider a new venue for the final".
Johnson Issues Warning to England Before Wales Opener
England enter the 2026 Six Nations harbouring genuine title hopes for the first time in several years as they seek a first championship since 2020, but former captain Martin Johnson has provided the current squad with words of warning.
France Rout Ireland 36-14 in Six Nations Opener
Michael Cantillon Sports Journalist France 36-14 Ireland: Defending Six Nations champions clinch bonus-point victory as visitors pay for abject 50 minutes Louis Bielle-Biarrey (two), Matthieu Jalibert, Charles Ollivon and Theo Attissogbe score tries as France secure comfortable victory over Ireland…
George Williams to leave Warrington for NRL after 2026
Warrington Wolves have confirmed that captain George Williams will leave when his contract expires at the end of the 2026 season. The England captain has scored 35 tries in 91 appearances for the Wire, but will pursue an opportunity in the NRL in 2027.
Rugby World Cup 2027: England and Wales in Sydney Decider
England will face Wales in Sydney in a possible pool-stage decider at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, it was confirmed as the tournament's fixtures were released.
WRU Pledges to Retain Talent After Morgan and Lake Exit
The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) is determined to keep hold of the country's best players after deals for forwards Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake to join English Prem side Gloucester from Ospreys at the end of the season were confirmed.
Champions Cup Roundup: Munster Triumphs; Sale Upsets Clermont
Champions Cup: Munster win big vs Gloucester as Sale Sharks stun Clermont Auvergne Second weekend of Champions Cup 2025/26 pool stages sees Munster beat Gloucester, Sale Sharks win at Clermont Auvergne, Bordeaux-Begles thrash Scarlets, Stormers beat La Rochelle, Sharks defeat Saracens and Glasgow…
Byrne's Boot Seals Leinster Win at Welford Road
Champions Cup: Harry Byrne inspires Leinster to 23-15 victory over Leicester at Welford Road Both sides scored two tries, but three penalties and a conversion from Leinster's Harry Byrne prove decisive as Leicester's European campaign continues to falter as they remain pointless after their opening…
Sinfield to Finish 2026 7-in-7 at Old Trafford
Kevin Sinfield has completed his 7 in 7 challenge where he runs seven ultramarathons of at least 28 miles in seven days for the sixth year; his final time doing the challenge next year will see him finish at Old Trafford during the Super League Grand Final Monday 8 December 2025 21:20, UK Image…