Lake: Wales love being underdogs

Wales captain Dewi Lake is comfortable with the Welsh being regarded as underdogs for their Six Nations match with Ireland in Dublin.

Scots not focused on Six Nations title

Coach Gregor Townsend insists Scotland’s only concern against France on Saturday is delivering a winning performance.

Ex-Scotland captain stripped of MBE

Former Scotland and British & Irish Lion fullback Stuart Hogg has been stripped of a British public honour.

Boks keeping close eye on Six Nations

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and his assistants say the shifting Six Nations landscape shows how quickly teams are evolving ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

Boks relish aerial warfare

The Springboks believe the aerial contest has become one of rugby’s most exciting features.

Davids: Bok lock depth under constant scrutiny

Forwards coach Deon Davids says the Springboks’ depth at lock remains a talking point.

Saint-André: France talent unprecedented

Former France coach Philippe Saint-André says Fabien Galthié has more talent at his disposal than any previous Les Bleus boss.

Hopeful Wales seek Dublin miracle

Wales will start as huge underdogs in their Six Nations match against Ireland in Dublin on Friday, but their close loss to Scotland “provides hope”.

Brown: Boks a lot more dangerous now

The Springboks may be back-to-back world champions, but there is no appetite within the coaching group to stand still.

SA rugby talent pipeline in overdrive

Rassie Erasmus believes South Africa’s player pathway is stronger and better aligned than ever.