There is fame and ignominy wrapped into one with the record for highest score in Six Nations history. But who has it? Well in 2001, England got the record for…
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“Delusional and daft” – Social media reacts to controversial end to Scotland v France in Six Nations
The Six Nations, eh? We just saw Scotland denied at the death as a controversial no-try handed France the win in Edinburgh. And in the aftermath of the 20-16 win…
“It had been a bit of a roller coaster for me” says livewire England nine Alex Mitchell about making the Test jersey his
Find out more about England scrum-half Alex Mitchell
What is Dupont Law – and why the kicking tactic came in for criticism in Scotland versus France
During Scotland versus France, a controversial law interpretation came into sharp focus as the two sides kicked to each other. But as fans were left wondering why the players seemed…
What did you make of the Uini Atonio yellow card for no-arms hit on Matt Fagerson?
With Scotland knocking on the door against France, late in the first half of their Six Nations clash, the visitors saw Uini Atonio yellow carded for a no-arms hit. The…
Who is Harry Paterson? Ten things you should know about the Scotland full-back
Edinburgh back-three talent Harry Paterson was slingshotted into Test rugby with Scotland against France in the 2024 Six Nations, so here’s what you need to know about it… Harry Paterson…
Sledging, stereotypes and straw men all part of supporting Six Nations rugby
It all comes from a place of affection, right? Every year the Six Nations opens up a Pandora’s Box of sledging and stereotypes. And to be honest, at times it…
This ball-in-air time stat hints at shift in Six Nations kicking trend
Throughout the tournament, we plan to track the Six Nations kicking trends, with help from insights by Sage, who provide data from Sportable’s in-ball technology. And while there’s lots that…
“My foot was flapping and flopping” – England rugby legend Jonny Wilkinson reveals how he suffered freak injury
We’ve seen a rough Jonny Wilkinson injury or two down the years. Heck, this is the bloke who lacerated a kidney. His shoulders will be feeling the effect of all-in…
The mind-blowing Six Nations stat at the heart of Scottish implosion against Wales – and how it could hurt them against France
It was so nearly a disaster. From 27-0 up to being just a point away from Wales, Scotland did just enough to come away from Cardiff with a 27-26 win…