SIX NATIONS
Erasmus calls for Rugby Championship shift to align with Six Nations
Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has proposed a major change to the international rugby calendar to ease the player workload for South Africa's top internationals.
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.
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.
England survive Scottish onslaught as Finn Russell's missed kicks prove costly
Finn Russell's three missed conversions proved costly as England hung on for a 16-15 victory over a valiant Scotland side at Twickenham.
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.
Wales sack coach Warren Gatland midway through Six Nations after disastrous run
Wales have announced the departure of head coach Warren Gatland with immediate effect after a run of 14 successive Test defeats.
