SIX NATIONS

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Ireland fend off strong challenge from Italy to clinch opening Six Nations win

Ireland reignited their Six Nations campaign with a hard-fought 20-13 victory over Italy in Dublin on Saturday, denying the Azzurri a first-ever championship win on Irish soil.

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Wales coach Steve Tandy rings the changes for France encounter

Wales head coach has introduced six alterations - four personnel switches and two positional tweaks - ahead of Sunday's clash against France at the Principality Stadium.

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Sweeping changes for Ireland as they seek Six Nations retribution against Italy

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has made six changes to the starting XV that were dominated by France in the Six Nations opener last week.

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Fabien Galthie makes midfield changes as France name team to face Wales

France head coach Fabien Galthie has made two changes to his starting XV to face Wales, as they look to make it two wins from two to start the Six Nations.

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Former Bok coach Jacques Nienaber facing criticism over Ireland's struggles

Former Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber has once again found himself in the firing line over Ireland's current woes, despite having no involvement in the national team.

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Under-fire Scotland coach Gregor Townsend vows to fight on as England clash looms

Gregor Townsend insists he still has the appetite to remain Scotland head coach, despite mounting pressure on his position.

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