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'Ireland not buying favourites tag as Twickenham looms'
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Friday, 08 March 2024 11:27
Twickenham has often been the scene of Irish pain down the years, but as Saturday's hotly-anticipated Six Nations encounter edges closer, Ireland have rarely been so heavily fancied to beat their old rivals at the home of English rugby.Ireland have good reason to be confident, too. Even with the devastating denouement of their World Cup campaign still lingering in the…
Facing Ireland 'doesnt pull on heart strings now'
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Friday, 08 March 2024 08:44
England defence coach Felix Jones has enjoyed remarkable success in his short coaching career, but has yet to beat his home country Ireland.The 36-year-old, who helped South Africa win two World Cups before joining England, will hope it will be third time lucky when Andy Farrell's side come to Twickenham on Saturday.As a player, perhaps his greatest moment was helping…
Gatland explains Wales centre omissions for France
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Friday, 08 March 2024 07:34
Wales head coach Warren Gatland says it was not a difficult decision to leave out George North and Nick Tompkins for the Six Nations game against France.Gatland sprung a major selection surprise by omitting the established centre duo for a new midfield pairing of Joe Roberts and Owen Watkin."They (North and Tompkins) were outstanding during the World Cup," said Gatland."Again,…
Six Nations Rugby Special: Are France in crisis?
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Thursday, 07 March 2024 22:31
BBC Rugby Special pundits Sam Warburton and John Barclay discuss whether France are in crisis following their 13-13 draw at home to Italy in the Six Nations in Lille on 25 February.Watch Six Nations Rugby Special on BBC iPlayerAvailable to UK users only.
France make eight changes to face Wales
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Friday, 08 March 2024 04:02
France have made eight changes to the side that drew with Italy for Sunday's Six Nations match against Wales.Thomas Ramos switches from full-back to fly-half to cover for the injured Matthieu Jalibert, while number eight Gregory Alldritt returns as captain.Full-back Leo Barre, centre Nicolas Depoortere and lock Emmanuel Meafou will make their debuts in Cardiff.Wing Louis Bielle-Biarrey, scrum-half Nolann Le…
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