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Alun Wyn Jones: Wales strike a possibility but only as 'very last option'

Alun Wyn Jones says the possibility of player strike action is "hard to deny" as Welsh rugby finds itself gripped by a professional contracts freeze.

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England forwards coach laughs off call from NZ to outlaw rolling mauls

England forwards coach Richard Cockerill has hit back at calls in New Zealand to outlaw the maul by declaring they will continue to use an important weapon in their arsenal.

Uini Atonio

France prop Uini Atonio given three-game ban for high tackle on Rob Herring

France prop Uini Atonio has received a three-match ban after being cited for a dangerous tackle on Ireland hooker Rob Herring during Saturday's Six Nations game in Dublin.

Warren Gatland

Wales' professional players could consider strike action over contracts freeze

Wales' professional players could consider strike action amid a new contracts freeze in Welsh rugby.

Stuart McCloskey

Ireland strengthen grip at the top of the world rankings

Ireland strengthened their hold on the number one world ranking after their impressive 32-19 over France in round two of the Six Nations.

Warren Gatland

Warren Gatland admits struggling Wales 'in a bit of a hole'

Warren Gatland has admitted Wales are in a bit of a hole as they bid to bounce back following successive heavy defeats in their opening two Six Nations matches.

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