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Rugby

This year
2025
'I got a fairly savage boo. It's one of the biggest compliments of my career'
Impressive Ireland inflict more misery on the Scots; England pull off great win
6 players who furthered their Lions credentials in the Six Nations
It's the hope that hurts you. Ireland left Scottish fans in despair once again
Simon Easterby’s men took control early on at Murrayfield.
'I’m playing in one of the best teams in the world. It's unbelievable to be a part of'
Russell passed HIA but Scotland decided not to send him back on
'There's an opportunity' - Ireland in a happy place in the Six Nations
Player ratings as Ireland dominate the Scots at Murrayfield
Jamison Gibson-Park was Gavan Casey’s pick of the bunch in a bonus-point win over the Scots.
Outstanding Gibson-Park brings calm amid the chaos in Murrayfield
REACTION: Ireland record bonus-point win vs Scotland
Ireland dismantle Scotland to earn second Six Nations bonus-point win
Simon Easterby’s men are the only team to have won both of their opening games.
Scotland v Ireland, Six Nations
Scotland-Ireland: a rivalry of noisy neighbours, one of whom drives a nicer car these days
The ex-Ireland U19 and Ulster wing who made it big with Scotland
Tommy Seymour is working with Scottish Rugby after retiring from playing in 2021.
'I just have a smile most of the time. There’s enough pressure going around'
Ireland and Scotland know the Six Nations can bring great surprises
Gregor Townsend rates Sam Prendergast as a big talent.
Irish U20s get Six Nations back on track with five-try win over Scots
Daly late show helps England edge France in Six Nations thriller
Italy hand Wales record 14th straight defeat as Six Nations slump continues
Nash starts for Ireland after Hansen ruled out with injury
'It will be really special' - Hoy to deliver ball for Scotland's clash with Ireland
'I think it just makes him feel a little bit younger than he is!'
Centre pairing of Fahy and O'Leary Kareem should spark Ireland U20s' campaign into life
Keenan on coach Sexton, law changes and defending against Finn Russell
11 tries in entertaining friendly, but Les Kiss downs Ulster on Ravenhill return
Ireland boast experience at centre while Scotland test new combination
Robbie Henshaw returns for Ireland as Huw Jones and Tom Jordan start together in midfield for the first time.
Ireland and Scotland name teams for Sunday showdown
Leinster centre Ben Brownlee training with Munster
Scotland make three changes for Ireland's visit to Murrayfield
Maro Itoje rejected French clubs to fulfill England ambitions
Easterby springs a surprise with POM's return to face the Scots
Robbie Henshaw swaps into the starting XV but it’s a settled matchday 23.
'Jack is disappointed but he's an unbelievable person. He's so supportive'
Henshaw and O'Mahony named in Ireland team to play Scotland
Garry Ringrose and Ryan Baird drop to the bench.
'The whole team and even the coaching staff, we made mistakes on the day'
Doak names side for U20s clash against Scotland
Munster sign centre Dan Kelly from Leicester Tigers
Bath sign England back Arundell from Racing 92, Scotland's Ritchie to join Perpignan
Warren Gatland denies Italy clash is ‘biggest Wales game for 20 years’
Jalibert, Penaud return for France, England name Fin Smith at 10
Joe Schmidt to leave Australia role after this year's Rugby Championship