Ireland prop Finlay Bealham to miss rest of Six Nations with knee injury
Ireland prop Finlay Bealham has been ruled out of the remainder of the Six Nations with a knee injury sustained in Saturday’s win over Italy.
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Ollie Lawrence scores crucial try as England claim welcome win in Wales
England posted a first statement win of the Steve Borthwick era as they heaped further misery on Wales with a 20-10 victory in Cardiff.
Ireland optimistic over quick return for Garry Ringrose after injury blow
Ireland are confident Garry Ringrose will only be sidelined for the short-term after a calf injury denied the centre the chance to win his 50th cap against Italy.
Andy Farrell wary of ‘serious threat’ posed to Ireland by resurgent Italy
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell admits resurgent Italy pose a “serious threat” to his side’s aspirations of Six Nations glory.
Dan Sheehan defends Ross Byrne over ‘harsh’ media coverage
Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan believes the media have been “harsh” in their judgement of fly-half Ross Byrne as his Leinster team-mate prepares for a first start in the Guinness Six Nations.
Wales boss Warren Gatland would not back player strike despite supporting cause
Wales head coach Warren Gatland would not back his players if they decided to strike instead of lining up against England in the Guinness Six Nations.
Major injury blow for Ireland with Tadhg Beirne sidelined by ankle issue
Ireland lock Tadhg Beirne will miss the remainder of the Guinness Six Nations after being ruled out for up to 12 weeks with an ankle injury.
Welsh rugby players’ union: ‘Players have had enough’ amid contract uncertainty
The Welsh Rugby Players’ Association say that “players have had enough” amid the ongoing uncertainty caused by Welsh rugby’s professional contracts freeze.