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Six Nations tournament lacked fire The 2009 Six Nations tournament had many great occasions, but not enough great matches, writes Peter Bills. Full Story... |
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A massive moment for Ireland Ireland's players have hailed their Grand Slam-winning performance against Wales after years of under-achieving in the Six Nations. Full Story... O' Gara seals Grand Slam for Ireland Cardiff, Wales - Ronan O'Gara kicked a match-winning drop goal with two minutes remaining as Ireland captured their first Grand Slam for 61 years by beating Wales 17-15 Sturday. Full Story... England in tough dogfight with Scots England have regained the Calcutta Cup with a win over Scotland to finish their Six Nations campaign. Full Story... |
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France jump all over Italy 2009-03-21 17:48:21 Italy's bright start to their Six Nations game was probably the only high point for the team in the entire match against the French. Full Story... Ireland seek Grand end to Slam hurt 2009-03-20 14:16:22 If Ireland have appeared haunted by the weight of history in recent weeks as they chase a Six Nations Grand Slam it is hardly surprising. Full Story... Title is at stake for Kidney 2009-03-19 11:49:38 Ireland coach Declan Kidney has made several changes to the team to face Wales in the Six Nations showdown this weekend. Full Story... Johnson names unchanged team 2009-03-18 20:50:29 It is the first time England have named an unchanged 22 since their 2007 World Cup semi-final win over France in Paris. Full Story... Ireland, Wales ring the changes for decider 2009-03-18 09:06:31 Tomas O'Leary, Jamie Heaslip and Jerry Flannery have been recalled for Ireland's Six Nations decider against Wales this weekend. Full Story... Borthwick itching for Scotland payback 2009-03-17 22:21:23 Buoyed by England's thrashing of France and by his own much-improved performance, captain Steve Borthwick said that his team were desperate to beat Scotland. Full Story... Smiling Michalak recalled for France 2009-03-17 12:56:34 Frederic Michalak, the former prodigal son of French rugby, has been brought back into the fold. Full Story... France name unchanged side for Italy trip 2009-03-16 11:48:39 France coach Marc Lievremont has retained the same 23-man squad that suffered a crushing defeat against England for the upcoming Six Nations match against Italy. Full Story... England triumph at Twickenham 2009-03-16 07:18:18 England have defeated France after a largely one-sided Six Nations match at Twickenham. Full Story... Five-star England stun France 2009-03-15 20:27:59 England even managed to get through their match against France without having a player sin-binned after a run of 10 yellow cards in their four previous fixtures. Full Story... Battling Ireland stay on Grand Slam track 2009-03-14 21:07:26 Substitute flanker Jamie Heaslip who emerged as the Irish hero with the only try in their Six Nation match against Scotland. Full Story... Unconvincing Wales struggle past Italy 2009-03-14 19:27:13 Defending champions Wales came from behind to keep their Six Nations hopes alive with an unconvincing win over Italy. Full Story... Rubini relishes Six Nations opportunity 2009-03-12 21:37:14 Italy coach Nick Mallet is giving winger Giulio Rubini the chance to face off against world player of the year Shane Williams. Full Story... Ireland beefs up to face Scots in Six Nations 2009-03-12 12:51:22 Ireland is beefing up its team in an effort to stay on course for a Six Nations Grand Slam this weekend, while England needs to add discipline to its power if it is to get it season back on track. Full Story... 'Humble' Kaplan reaches milestone 2009-03-12 10:41:30 Referee Jonathan Kaplan, who is already in Edinburgh for the Six Nations rugby games, shared some refereeing memories ahead of his 50th Test. Full Story... Six Nations underlines southern supremacy 2009-03-12 06:54:22 Rugby's top three nations can hardly be experiencing any other emotion than expectant satisfaction as they look northward to the less than impressive spectacle being offered by Europe in a Six Nations Championship. Full Story... 'Caveman' Chabal returns to French back row 2009-03-11 13:18:14 France have switched popular powerhouse Sebastien Chabal back into their back row and made three other changes their Six Nations showdown with England at Twickenham. Full Story... O'Driscoll happy to have D'Arcy back 2009-03-11 09:47:48 Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll is looking forward to renewing his midfield partnership with Gordon D'Arcy when the side continues its quest for a Six Nations Grand Slam. Full Story... Peel to miss rest of Six Nations 2009-03-10 16:30:29 Wales scrum-half Dwayne Peel has been ruled out of the remainder of the Six Nations with a torn hamstring. Full Story... Jones benched, Lions captaincy hopes dented 2009-03-06 10:42:21 Wales coach Warren Gattland has demoted his regular captain Ryan Jones to the bench for their Six Nations clash with Italy. Full Story... Danielli and Gray shine for Scotland 2009-02-28 20:10:09 Wing Simon Danielli and replacement flanker Scott Gray scored tries on either side of halftime to secure victory for Scotland against Italy. Full Story... Lievremont will adhere to rotation policy 2009-02-28 21:08:26 France will stick to their rotation policy for the next Six Nations game against England despite their thrilling 21-16 win over Wales. Full Story... French face stern Welsh test 2009-02-27 11:59:57 France will find out if they are geniuses or idiots when they pit a makeshift line-up that has had little time to train against champions Wales. Full Story... Ireland, England at crossroads 2009-02-27 06:38:09 England loss against Ireland will have fans wondering when their team will next beat a major nation. Full Story... There is no jinx against Italy - Southwell 2009-02-27 09:11:25 Scotland full-back Hugo Southwell has insisted his stuttering side will not be spooked by their woeful record against Italy. Full Story... Murray brings hopes of first win 2009-02-24 22:05:24 Scotland's quest for a first win in this year's Six Nations will be bolstered by the return of forward Euan Murray. Full Story... Murray and Kellock named to face Italy 2009-02-24 15:35:46 Scotland have recalled Euan Murray at tighthead prop to face Italy in the Six Nations after his recovery from a rib injury. Full Story... Wales gets two more weapons 2009-02-23 21:54:34 The return of Shane Williams and Gavin Henson to the Welsh team gives coach Warren Gatland another attacking option. Full Story... Bruising victory boost Wales' spirit 2009-02-17 11:48:09 Wales team are on a mission to start bruising sides in an attempt to be one of the best sides in the world, not just in Europe. Full Story... Ireland shine against erratic Italy 2009-02-15 21:32:56 Ireland has gone to the top of the Six Nations table. Full Story... Gatland thanks defence for win over England 2009-02-15 08:52:22 Wales coach Warren Gatland credited the defence for Saturday's Six Nations triumph over England although few would have expected that take on the game after his team had raced to a 9-0 lead in 20 minutes. Full Story... Wales stay on course against England 2009-02-14 23:10:54 Wales remains on track to retain their Six Nations title after having to work desperately hard for it in a game of high tension and fluctuating fortunes. Full Story... Century for Beauxis as France bounce back 2009-02-14 20:05:52 Lionel Beauxis broke the century mark in test points in Paris as France bounced back from last week's Six Nations defeat by Ireland. Full Story... How will Wales fare without Williams? 2009-02-13 18:46:19 Wales wing Shane Williams has been ruled out of the Six Nations clash against England after failing a fitness test. Full Story... Wales can make it work 2009-02-13 06:52:40 The Welsh rugby team have turned into a good all-round side, who will play at a high tempo, says England manager Martin Johnson. Full Story... Worsley out to make an impact 2009-02-12 12:08:23 Joe Worsley hopes to make more of a meaningful impact in Cardiff than he did on his last appearance for England against Wales at the Millennium Stadium. Full Story... Fritz banned for three weeks 2009-02-11 22:52:53 France centre Florian Fritz has been suspended for three weeks by the disciplinary committee of the Six Nations championship. Full Story... Kidney banks on star performers 2009-02-11 16:20:57 Ireland coach Declan Kidney has named an unchanged side for the Six Nations clash against Italy. Full Story... Tindall and Worsley are back for England 2009-02-10 23:09:16 England coach Martin Johnson has opted for power over panache by recalling Mike Tindall and Joe Worsley to his starting team to face Wales this weekend. Full Story... France team to play Scotland 2009-02-10 11:48:00 France team to play Scotland in the Six Nations championship... Full Story... Browse the [Six Nations] Archive |
