Dupont named in France Six Nations squad despite mystery injury
World Player of the Year Antoine Dupont has been named in France’s Six Nations squad by head coach Fabien Galthie despite not having played since December 11.
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World Player of the Year Antoine Dupont has been named in France’s Six Nations squad by head coach Fabien Galthie despite not having played since December 11.
Wales have named a 36-man squad for the 2022 Six Nations featuring three uncapped players and Dan Biggar as captain for the campaign.
Owen Farrell will resume the captaincy of the 36-man England squad selected by Eddie Jones for this year’s Six Nations.
All athletes who wish to compete in France will have to be vaccinated against Covid-19, government sources confirmed on Monday.
Experienced South African referee Jaco Peyper is among the officials appointed for the 2022 Six Nations, which is set to kickoff on 5 February.
Italy’s most capped player, Sergio Parisse will miss the Azzurri’s first two Test of this year’s Six Nations championship as he recovers from a wrist issue.
An England rugby international arrested over the alleged rape of a teenager has been suspended by club side Sale, the English Premiership outfit announced Wednesday.
Rape accused not in England’s last squad
Wales are reportedly set to be dealt yet another injury blow ahead of the upcoming Six Nations, with Ken Owens now a serious doubt for the tournament.
Italy great Sergio Parisse, who is set to retire from rugby at the end of the season, will be recalled for the Six Nations if he has recovered sufficiently from his recent wrist injury.