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Six Nations: France go with 7-1 split as Ireland legends get Dublin send-off

France and Ireland have named their teams for Saturday's epic Six Nations clash in Dublin, with France coach Fabien Galthie once again opting for a 7-1 split on the bench.

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Irish rugby legends O'Mahony, Healy, and Murray to retire after Six Nations

Veteran Ireland trio Peter O'Mahony, Cian Healy and Conor Murray have announced that they will retire from international rugby at the end of the Six Nations next month.

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France answer critics with 11-try demolition of Italy

France sent a warning to upcoming opponents Ireland with their hammering of Italy 73-24 at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday.

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Six Nations: Ireland survive scare to eventually see off much-improved Wales

Ireland remain on course for a Six Nations Grand Slam but survived a huge scare against a much-improved Wales before completing a 27-18 victory at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.

Caelan Doris

Ireland outclass Scotland in dominant Six Nations win at Murrayfield

Ireland asserted their Six Nations intentions with a comfortable 32-18 victory over Scotland at Murrayfield on Sunday.

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World rankings: Springboks still safe as France close in on Ireland

Round two of the Six Nations could result in several changes to the official World Rugby rankings, with only Italy and Ireland unable to improve their current placing.

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