Poms pound Azzurri

Jonathan Joseph scored two tries as England thrashed Italy 47-17 at Twickenham on Saturday.

Six Nations preview (Round 2)

France will be looking to spring a surprise when they visit the Aviva Stadium on Saturday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Lamont back for Scotland

Scotland coach Vern Cotter has made two enforced changes to his starting lineup for the match against Wales at Murrayfield on Sunday.

England unchanged for Italy

England have stuck with the same side that defeated Wales for the match against Italy at Twickenham on Saturday.

Sexton at 10 for Ireland

Johnny Sexton will start at flyhalf in one of three changes to the Ireland side to face France in Dublin on Saturday.

North out, Williams in for Wales

George North will miss Wales' crucial Six Nations match against Scotland as a precaution with Liam Williams taking his place on the wing.

Minimal changes for France

France coach Philippe Saint-André has made just one change to his side to face Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.

Bergamasco back for Italy

Italy have recalled Mauro Bergamasco and Marco Bortolami for their clash with England at Twickenham on Saturday.