Was that an aura of arrogance or ignorance around Ireland? Whatever, they need to get real
If Ireland play again like they did against the All Blacks, then the next few weeks will hold a great deal of pain
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South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus expects aerial attack from struggling England
Test rerun of World Cup semi-final set to make for a compelling encounter between rivals
England target revival against old foe South Africa after successive defeats
Home side signals intention to stick with blitz defensive system but also take game to the Springboks
England coach Richard Wigglesworth unsure as to Felix Jones’ role in South Africa preparations
Former England defense coach resigned in August
Tommy Freeman vows England will take the fight to ‘human’ South Africa
Springboks are world champions but ‘not unbeatable’, says winger
Max Jorgensen’s last-gasp try propels Australia to stunning win over England
Joe Schmidt’s side come out on top of 10-try Twickenham thriller with late, late score
England captain Jamie George urges team to be brave against Australia
Steve Borthwick’s side suffered narrow defeat to All Blacks in Autumn Nations opener
With all due respect to New Zealand and the haka, a laser-accurate kicking game can deliver victory for Ireland
I hope the Irish welcome for the All Blacks holds far more humility than the English displayed
Steve Borthwick keeps faith by naming unchanged England XV to face Australia
Slade and Lawrence swap places in midfield jerseys, with Sleightholme and Cowan-Dickie added to bench
Danny Care’s belated whistleblowing shows toxicity of the wall of silence over Eddie Jones
The former England scrumhalf’s depiction of the Australian’s ‘dictatorship’ raises serious questions for RFU
‘I’m done’: Joe Marler retires from international rugby to focus on family
England prop calls time on England career after 95 caps
England miss late chances to claim prized New Zealand scalp in narrow defeat
George Ford hit the post with a penalty effort before also sending a late drop goal wide at Twickenham
Joe Marler issues apology for haka criticism before England host All Blacks
Prop says ‘sorry to any New Zealand fans I upset’
Joe Marler’s dismissive haka remark offers added incentive for All Blacks
New Zealand will not be lacking motivation for their clash against England at Twickenham on Saturday
Leinster-bound Jordie Barrett returns from knee injury for New Zealand game with England
All Blacks make 12 changes to their starting XV including the return of star number eight Ardie Savea
Tupou Vaa’i: ‘Playing for All Blacks is a good way to show my love for my brother’
New Zealand forward on handling the emotion of losing a sibling at a young age and Jonah Lomu’s career impact
Joe Marler left England camp for personal reasons before post criticising haka
Prop called for haka to be ‘binned’ before deleting post
Ben Spencer to make first England start against New Zealand at Twickenham
Bath scrumhalf comes in with Alex Mitchell injured; Tom Curry named in starting line-up for first time in a year
Non-contact rugby to be introduced in schools in England
Full contact rugby will be available for under-15s teams and above
Henry Slade included in England’s 36-man squad despite Exeter absence
Alex Mitchell not included due to continuing neck problem ahead of November Tests
Felix Jones would be allowed take up Lions role while working out England notice
Joe El-Abd confirmed as new England defence coach to replace Jones
England to appoint Joe El-Abd as defence coach as replacement for Felix Jones
El-Abd is employed as head coach at Oyonnax but has been offered the job by Steve Borthwick
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Maro Itoje rejects Eddie Jones’ claims he is not suited to England captaincy
Former coach has claimed Itoje was ‘very inward looking’ and had been sent to acting classes to improve leadership
Steve Borthwick handed more power over England players in new clubs deal
RFU’s eight-year agreement a ‘significant milestone’ but clubs have concerns
Senior England players left in shock after coach Felix Jones’s resignation
Players urge Steve Borthwick to stick with Irish coach’s world-leading blitz defence system
England need to break the bank to secure right replacement for Felix Jones
As Steve Borthwick’s backroom staff dwindles almost daily, those in power at Twickenham will likely be trying to come up with another
Former Ireland international Felix Jones resigns role as England defence coach
Jones has been an important figure for England since his recruitment 10 months ago from South Africa
Former England players accuse RFU of ‘suppressing data’ in brain injuries case
Steve Thompson and Mark Regan among signatories on complaint that claims ‘crucial’ documents were not disclosed
England march on to Under-20 final as Ireland finally run out of steam
Under-20 World Championship semi-final: Kicking masterclass from centre Sean Kerr ensures England are rewarded for pack's second-half dominance as brave Irish effort falls short
Summer internationals: New Zealand battle past England as Australia see of Wales
Steve Borthwick’s side led at half time but Beauden Barrett’s introduction off the bench changed the game for the All Blacks
Fin Baxter handed first England start in New Zealand rematch
New Zealand make one change with Finlay Christie replacing the injured TJ Perenara at scrumhalf
Borthwick urges ‘excellent’ Smith to bounce back in All Blacks finale
Missed kicks by fly-half ended up costing England the possibility of rare victory in New Zealand
All Blacks deny England drought-breaking win after Dunedin dogfight
Steve Borthwick’s side went toe-to-toe with the World Cup finalists and led 15-10 early in the second half
England name team to face New Zealand 48 hours earlier than expected
Steve Borthwick has resisted any temptation to opt for a 6-2 forward bench split against the All Blacks
Jamie George happy as England demolish Eddie Jones’ Japan
England see off the Brave Blossoms 52-17 as they warm up for their two Test tour of New Zealand
Alex Mitchell’s late try seals Premiership title for Northampton
Bath recover well to an early red card but Northampton ultimately earn a fairytale ending for the departing Courtney Lawes
England rugby player Billy Vunipola tasered and arrested in Majorca
Vunipola was arrested in the early hours of the morning on suspicion of disobedience and assaulting a police officer
‘A slaughter seldom seen in modern rugby’ - English press reacts to Ireland’s Six Nations drubbing
The Offload: University of Pittsburgh finds new way of testing for concussions; battle for the URC playoffs heats up
‘We’ve got to keep being positive’: Bemand says Ireland must learn from ‘bruising’ England defeat
Visibly broken Irish side suffer a demoralising 14-try defeat at Twickenham that will be hard to forget
Six Nations: Improving Ireland face toughest test of Bemand era away to England
With Aoife Wafer making hay out wide, other carriers delivering and Aoibheann Riley maintaining a high tempo, Ireland have shown an attacking identity
Six Nations: Ireland without Sam Monaghan for England clash at Twickenham
Irish co-captain not named in the matchday 23 as Hannah O’Connor starts at lock with Edel McMahon leading the side
Ireland women’s head coach Bemand believes his players can cause headaches for England
Damage limitation is not the message Bemand will be giving his troops for their Six Nations clash at Twickenham
Owen Farrell leaves door open for England return and Lions call-up
‘There’s nothing to talk about - whatever happens, happens,” says the English outhalf on the possibility of his father picking him for the Lions
Gordon D’Arcy: A few new faces can push Ireland on once again
Opponents think they have Ireland’s number; Andy Farrell needs to figure out what to do next
Ireland centre Bundee Aki shortlisted for Six Nations player of the year
England backrow Ben Earl, Scotland winder Duhan van der Merwe and Italy centre Tommaso Menoncello the other nominations
Gerry Thornley’s Six Nations 2024 Team of the Tournament
Irish players dominate the best team after winning the championship
Gerry Thornley’s Six Nations review - No turning back for England as Wales emerge as the problem child
France look to have turned a corner while Scotland continue to have an over-inflated view of their performances
Best player, best try, best match: Our writers give their verdicts on another Six Nations for Ireland
Our writers pick their top moments from the Six Nations Championship 2024
France beat England to second spot in Six Nations by edging thriller in Lyon
England had 21 unanswered points in the second half before Thomas Ramos’ penalty sealed the day
Ireland thankful tries ruled out for Furlong and Henshaw didn’t come back to haunt them
Ireland prop Tadhg Furlong and centre Robbie Henshaw were both denied second half tries by the officiating crew led by Matthew Carley
Gerry Thornley: Six Nations organisers hope to avoid nightmare end scenario
Ireland could lose to Scotland and win the championship with losing bonus point
Six Nations analysis: Five ways Ireland can bounce back to beat Scotland
From exposing Scotland’s lax backfield coverage to taking advantage of a quirky defensive ploy, a breakdown of how Ireland can prevail on Saturday
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