Six Nations

2023 Rugby World Cup Pool B, Stade de Nice, Nice, France 24/9/2023 Scotland vs Tonga Scotland's Duhan van der Merwe

Scotland stock up on Saffas

Four SA-born Scotland internationals, along with former England prop Alec Hepburn, have been included by Gregor Townsend in his squad for the upcoming Six Nations.

EXETER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: Ross Vintcent of Exeter Chiefs goes over to score their sides fourth try during the Premiership Rugby Cup match between Exeter Chiefs and London Scottish at Sandy Park on September 30, 2023 in Exeter, England. (Photo by Harry Trump/Getty Images)

SA-born rookie in Italy Six Nations squad

South African-born Ross Vintcent is one of five newcomers named by new Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada in his preliminary 34-man squad for the 2024 Six Nations.

South Africa's lock Eben Etzebeth (CL) and South Africa's blindside flanker and captain Siya Kolisi (CR) walk through a guard of honour at the end of the France 2023 Rugby World Cup semi-final match between England and South Africa at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, on the outskirts of Paris, on October 21, 2023.

‘Old school’ Jake against Boks in Six Nations

Former Springbok coach Jake White emphatically opposes South Africa joining the Six Nations, insisting it would dilute the Championship’s allure.

Watch: Six Nations documentary trailer

The trailer for Six Nations: Full Contact, Netflix’s documentary giving a behind-the-scenes look at 2023 campaign, has been released.

Six Nations jerseys to feature player names

The Six Nations have pushed through a move to allow players to feature their names on the back of their jerseys during the upcoming tournament.

Ireland's right wing Mack Hansen (2nd L) celebrates with teammates after scoring a try during the France 2023 Rugby World Cup Pool B match between South Africa and Ireland at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, on the outskirts of Paris, on September 23, 2023.

Ireland star to miss Six Nations

Ireland’s Six Nations title defence suffered a blow on Monday when wing Mack Hansen was ruled out of the forthcoming tournament with a dislocated shoulder.

Borthwick: England have ‘foundation’ to win

Steve Borthwick is confident that England will head into the Six Nations with the right platform after their run to the World Cup semi-finals.

France suffer front-row blow for Six Nations

Top 14 club Bordeaux-Begles has revealed that an integral member in France’s formidable tight five has been ruled out of the Six Nations.

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ryan Byrne/INPHO/Shutterstock (12521484b) Munster vs DHL Stormers. Munster's Dave Kilcoyne arrives at Thomond Park United Rugby Championship, Thomond Park, Limerick - 02 Oct 2021

Ireland prop ruled out of Six Nations

Dave Kilcoyne will miss the entire Six Nations after club Munster said the veteran Ireland prop would be out for “at least six months” after shoulder surgery.

England’s Tuilagi to miss Six Nations kick-off

England will be without Manu Tuilagi for the start of the Six Nations after the powerful centre suffered a groin injury in Sale’s Premiership victory over Saracens.