Priestland misses out on Wales Six Nations squad Wayne Pivac has named Cardiff Blues fly-half Jarrod Evans in Wales' Six Nations squad, resisting the temptation to recall Bath playmaker Rhys Priestland. Rugby • 1 hr
Townsend includes Russell in Scotland Six Nations squad Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has named his 35-man squad for the 2021 Guinness Six Nations, including four uncapped players and the return of out-half ... Rugby • 54 mins
Jones self-isolating after assistant tests positive England head coach Eddie Jones is being forced to self-isolate for 10 days after his assistant Matt Proudfoot tested positive for coronavirus. Rugby • 2 hrs
Porter: 'Vitally important' that Six Nations goes ahead Ireland prop Andrew Porter says that it's 'vitally important' that the Six Nations goes ahead next month. Rugby • 19 Jan
'I would be worried about rugby's soul in long-term' The imminent deal between the Six Nations and CVC Capital Partners will deliver a short-term financial benefit - but could endanger the long-term health of ... Rugby • 17 Jan
England to limit Six Nations squads to 28 players England will be limited to selecting squads of 28 players for their Guinness Six Nations title defence in an effort to enhance coronavirus safety measures. Rugby • 15 Jan
Rugby Australia mull over hosting 'mini World Cup' Rugby Australia Chairman Hamish McLennan said they were open to hosting a "mini World Cup" involving Six Nations teams during the Southern Hemisphere winter to ... Rugby • 15 Jan
Griggs hopeful Ireland's RWC path will become clearer Ireland manager Adam Griggs has said he's hopeful that the team's World Cup qualifying schedule will become clearer over the next 10 days. Rugby • 14 Jan
Williams banned for Six Nations opener against Ireland Liam Williams will miss Wales' Six Nations opener against Ireland on 7 February after being given a three-match ban for his red card in the ... Rugby • 14 Jan
Lenihan: O'Connell appointment a major plus for Ryan Donal Lenihan explains why Paul O'Connell's addition to Ireland's coaching staff will be beneficial to James Ryan on the RTÉ Rugby Podcast. Rugby • 13 Jan
Ban rules Sinckler out of Six Nations opener Kyle Sinckler will miss England's opening Guinness Six Nations match against Scotland after receiving a two-week ban for failing to respect the authority of a ... Rugby • 13 Jan
RTÉ Rugby Podcast: O'Connell boost and European format Donal Lenihan, Bernard Jackman and Wes Liddy join Hugh Cahill on RTÉ Rugby Podcast to discuss Paul O'Connell joining the Ireland coaching staff, the Champions ... Rugby • 13 Jan
French government seeks Covid-19 protocol 'guarantees' The French government is demanding reassurances on safety from Ireland and England before allowing its national side to visit the countries during the Six Nations. Rugby • 12 Jan
Six Nations likely with pro game on tightrope - Jackman Bernard Jackman expects the Six Nations will still go ahead but thinks the competition might take place at a single venue, possibly in France. Rugby • 11 Jan
Champions Cup in doubt after French government call The French sports ministry is recommending that French clubs postpone games against British teams amid the Covid-19 crisis. Rugby • 09 Jan
Paul O'Connell joins Ireland coaching team Former national team captain Paul O'Connell has been added to Andy Farrell's Ireland coaching team as forwards coach. Rugby • 07 Jan
RTÉ Rugby Podcast: Carty masterclass & Irish 10s battle On this week's RTÉ Rugby Podcast, Hugh Cahill is joined by Donal Lenihan, Bernard Jackman and Wes Liddy to discuss Connacht's win over Leinster and ... Rugby • 06 Jan
Deal with clubs ensures strongest French squad for 6N France have reached an agreement with their clubs that means the internal politics that undermined their chances of winning the Autumn Nations Cup have been ... Rugby • 05 Jan
Staying in the present key for Ryan and Leinster In the midst of a pandemic, James Ryan says he and his Leinster team-mates just focus on the next game. Rugby • 05 Jan
Six Nations still planning for February start Six Nations organisers have confirmed the 2021 Championship will take place in February and March as planned in response to suggestions it could be moved ... Rugby • 04 Jan
Irish rugby in flux after difficult year As the fallout from this most difficult of years continues, it seems the real action in 2021 will take place off the pitch Rugby • 31 Dec 20
France set to lose Ntamack for Six Nations start France fly-half Romain Ntamack looks set to miss the start of the Six Nations after suffering a double fracture of the jaw, with Ireland set ... Rugby • 28 Dec 20
Barnes for Wales-Ireland as Six Nations refs named Wayne Barnes will take charge of his seventh Wales-Ireland Six Nations game as the officials for the 2021 competition have been confirmed. Rugby • 24 Dec 20
Andy Farrell pleased with Ireland fightback Andy Farrell says he was pleased with how the players reacted to falling behind early against Scotland in Ireland's Autumn Nations Cup victory. Rugby • 05 Dec 20
Murray: Scotland 'licking their lips' at Ireland shot Conor Murray admits that Scotland will justifiably be "licking their lips" at the prospect of beating Ireland in Dublin for the first time in a ... Rugby • 02 Dec 20
