Lauren Hemp scores brace as England make statement against Italy
Lauren Hemp scored a first-half brace as England beat Italy 5-1 in the second of their double-header of friendlies in southern Spain.
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Duhan van der Merwe insists personal glory comes second to Scotland ambitions
Record-chasing Scotland wing Duhan van der Merwe is adamant he will not allow thoughts of personal glory to muddy his thinking when he runs out at Italy’s Stadio Olimpico.
Andy Farrell says ‘top drawer’ defence fuelling Ireland’s Grand Slam charge
Andy Farrell feels a “top drawer” defence is fuelling Ireland’s pursuit of successive Grand Slam titles as he turns his attention to nullifying England’s new blitz approach.
Five things we learned from round three of the Guinness Six Nations
Ireland and Scotland savoured victories in the third round of the Guinness Six Nations and Italy claimed an historic 13-13 draw against France, the first time the Azzurri have avoided Championship defeat away to Les Bleus.
Duhan Van Der Merwe scores hat-trick as Scotland strengthen grip on Calcutta Cup
Magnificent Duhan Van Der Merwe became the first Scotland player to score a Calcutta Cup hat-trick as they soared to their fourth consecutive victory over England in an intoxicating Guinness Six Nations showdown in Edinburgh.
Windies legend Gayle says there's nothing new about 'Bazball', hails 'phenomenal' Jaiswal
England have no copyright on aggressive batting according to West Indies star Chris Gayle, who insisted it had been around even "years before" he started his career as one of cricket's most celebrated big-hitters.
Jamie George takes inspiration from his late mother for Scotland clash
Jamie George will draw inspiration from the heartwarming thought that his late mother will be watching down on him as he prepares to lead England into Saturday’s Calcutta Cup showdown with Scotland just over a week after her death.
Nigeria snatches Arsenal goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo from England
Nigeria has snatched Arsenal’s Arthur Okonkwo from England with the goalkeeper now eligible to play for the Super Eagles following the approval of the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA).