Heavy favourites England aim to defy history

England enter Saturday’s Six Nations opener against Wales at Twickenham as overwhelming favourites. England, 66-to-1 favourites in a two-horse race with one bookmaker, go into the match on an 11-game winning streak. Wales, by contrast, have lost 21 of their last 23...

Wales coach injured in freak accident

Wales have been left scrambling on the eve of their Six Nations opener against England at Twickenham. Scrum coach Duncan Jones suffered a freak double knee injury at training. The 47-year-old will require surgery after an accidental collision during a live session...

Galthie lauds France’s attacking display

Coach Fabien Galthie has praised his team’s attacking prowess, as France registered an impressive victory over Ireland to kickstart their Six Nations campaign. The Paris crowd were treated to some dazzling rugby on Thursday night, as France ran in five tries to record...

O’Gara hit with extended touchline ban

La Rochelle’s outspoken coach Ronan O’Gara has seen his touchline ban doubled after French rugby’s governing body successfully appealed his original suspension. O’Gara was initially handed a two-week ban for an ugly confrontation with referee Jeremy Rozier following...

LIVE: France vs Ireland

Follow the live action as defending champions France clash with Ireland in the opening match of the 2026 Six Nations at Stade de France. Tweets by SixNationsRugby  The post LIVE: France vs Ireland appeared first on SA Rugby...