SIX-NATIONS

Danny Cipriani

England international Danny Cipriani officially retires from rugby

Danny Cipriani has confirmed his permanent exit from professional rugby.

Maxime Lucu

In Antoine Dupont's absence, scrumhalf Maxime Lucu starts for France

Maxime Lucu will start at No.9 for France in their opening Six Nations match against Ireland on Friday.

Marcus Smith

England pivot Marcus Smith ruled out Six Nations opener

A calf injury to Marcus Smith will see the backline player miss England's opening Six Nations match against Italy.

Marcus Smith

England sweating on Marcus Smith fitness for Six Nations opener against Italy

England flyhalf Marcus Smith is awaiting scan results on a leg injury sustained in training just five days before the Guinness Six Nations' opener against Italy.

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Ireland still full of belief despite Rugby World Cup disappointment

World Cup disappointment has not diminished belief among Ireland's squad ahead of their Guinness Six Nations title defence, according to scrum coach John Fogarty.

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Antoine Dupont criticised for 'astonishing' decision to skip Six Nations

Former France scrumhalf Pierre Berbizier is disappointed that captain Antoine Dupont has decided not to participate in the 2024 Six Nations.