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Saturday’s showdown in Dublin promises a ‘go hard or go home’ treat that could even surpass 2023’s classic

Marcus’s style of play is in complete conflict with how the England head coach sees the game

Magistrates said it was not proven that Angus Beukes, who is from South Africa, understood that the word is offensive.

With France in town, Cian Healy, Conor Murray and Peter O’Mahony play their final game in Dublin with record third straight Six Nations in their sights

France head coach Fabien Galthié warned his players they face an immense challenge in their Six Nations clash against reigning champions Ireland on Saturday in Dublin.

Both Gregor Townsend and Matt Sherratt have shown faith in the XVs who performed well in their most recent defeats

American rugby player Ilona Maher has risen to global fame. Not just because of her athletic ability (though that is remarkable, winning an Olympic bronze in 2024 in the USA rugby sevens team, and now signing a professional contract with England’s Bristol Bears), but because of what she represents.

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In a world run by bullies, with sports subsumed by greed, England v Italy – never mind Ireland v France – is a comfort blanket