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Ellis Genge apologises after Ireland rout England to end Six Nations title hopes

England's Six Nations title hopes were effectively ended after a record 42-21 defeat to Ireland at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, with Ellis Genge apologising to supporters and admitting the squad had "believed the hype" after their opening-round win.

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Brian O'Driscoll stunned by Ireland's comprehensive display against England

Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll admits he was completely shocked by how Ireland was able to dismantle England at Twickenham in the Six Nations.

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Wayward Sam Prendergast dropped for Ireland's clash against England

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has axed Sam Prendergast for the Six Nations clash against England at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, on Saturday.

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Scotland hit by triple injury blow ahead of Six Nations clash against Wales

Scotland have been dealt a setback ahead of their next Six Nations clash after three of the heroes from last weekend's epic victory over England returned to their clubs with injuries.

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Rassie Erasmus looking forward to taking on 'well balanced, impressive' England

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus revealed their Nations Cup clash against England in July is one they have identified as a "must-win" fixture to be able to call the season a success.

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England great slams Eben Etzebeth's reduced eye-gouge ban as 'far too lenient'

England great Ben Youngs has voiced his frustration over Eben Etzebeth's suspension for eye-gouging being reduced to 12 weeks.

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