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Galthie names unchanged side for massive France clash with Ireland

France head coach Fabien Galthie has named an unchanged starting XV for Saturday's crunch Six Nations clash with Ireland.

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Ireland scrumhalf Gibson-Park ruled out of France showdown through injury

Ireland scrumhalf Jamison Gibson-Park has been ruled out of Saturday's Six Nations showdown with France.

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Ethan Dumortier scores try on debut as Six Nations holders France beat Italy

Ethan Dumortier scored a try on his France debut as the Les Bleus kick-started their Six Nations title defence with a 29-24 bonus-point victory over Italy at the Stadio Olimpico.

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Gregor Townsend: Duhan van der Merwe’s try was like something from a video game

Gregor Townsend likened Duhan Van Der Merwe's stunning solo score to something from PlayStation game 'Jonah Lomu Rugby' after Scotland retained the Calcutta Cup with a thrilling 29-20 win over England.

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Van der Merwe stars as Scotland snatch Six Nations win over England

Duhan van der Merwe ensured Steve Borthwick's England reign started with a defeat after the South African-born winger crossed twice in a sensational 29-23 win for Scotland at Twickenham.

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Classy Ireland too good for Wales in Six Nations opener in Cardiff

Ireland underlined their status as the world's top team and Six Nations title favourites by brushing aside Wales 34-10 in Cardiff.

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