Farrell savours ‘nice blend’ in Ireland Six Nations squad

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell said there is a ‘nice blend’ of experience and fresh talent in the 37-man squad he named ahead of the Six Nations on Wednesday.

Richardson misses out as Scotland pick Six Nations squad

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend on Wednesday named five uncapped players in his 39-man Six Nations squad but there was no place for Sharks flank Dylan Richardson.

Eddie: Owen Farrell is a winner

Eddie Jones has elaborated on why he has backed Owen Farrell to continue as England captain in this year’s Six Nations championship.

Eddie backs ‘extraordinary’ Barbeary to make Test grade

Eddie Jones believes Alfie Barbeary has the mentality as well as the talent to make his mark on international rugby after calling the Wasps loose forward into the England training squad for the Six Nations.

Dupont named in France Six Nations squad despite mystery injury

World Player of the Year Antoine Dupont has been named in France’s Six Nations squad by head coach Fabien Galthie despite not having played since December 11.

Biggar to lead Wales squad featuring three rookies

Wales have named a 36-man squad for the 2022 Six Nations featuring three uncapped players and Dan Biggar as captain for the campaign.

Six uncapped players in England squad

Owen Farrell will resume the captaincy of the 36-man England squad selected by Eddie Jones for this year’s Six Nations.

France enforces vaccine mandate for Six Nations

All athletes who wish to compete in France will have to be vaccinated against Covid-19, government sources confirmed on Monday.

SA referee to take charge in Six Nations

Experienced South African referee Jaco Peyper is among the officials appointed for the 2022 Six Nations, which is set to kickoff on 5 February.

Parisse’s Italy return in Six Nations put on hold

Italy’s most capped player, Sergio Parisse will miss the Azzurri’s first two Test of this year’s Six Nations championship as he recovers from a wrist issue.