Scots Throw In The Towel
Scottish confidence took a colossal nosedive after an abysmal performance saw them shut out in a Calcutta Match for the first time since 1978.
Preview – France vs Italy
Les Bleus could continue their own unlikely march towards title contention if they can overcome a determined looking Azzurri side at Stade de France.
Preview – Scotland vs England
It’s time for another Calcutta Cup match with the auld enemy visiting the bug-infested Murrayfield for what is sure to be a complete mess of a match.
Preview – Ireland vs Wales
The biggest match of the weekend comes first, as Ireland try to halt the Welsh march towards a three-peat at the Aviva on Saturday.
Crusaders vs Chiefs 1999
Video from the archives, it’s the opening match of the 1999 Super 12 tournament, with eventual champions Canterbury Crusaders taking on the Waikato Chiefs.
Best Of The Rest
Nine articles from around the rugby world worth checking out, covering some Six Nations history, questionable club recruitment, the whereabouts of Rocky Elsom, Nigel Owens, the IRB Sevens, and more.
Bits & Pieces
Bad bounces, bad breaks, witty banter, new names, and individual milestones. All the trivial nonsense you need to know this week, plus a host of injury updates.
Aviva Transfer Wrap
It’s silly season again in Europe, with transfers being announced almost daily. Here’s an update on all the Aviva moves over the past week and a bit.
Team Of The Week
All but one country contribute to this week’s team, and amazingly there are not one but two Italian backs invited to the party.
Ireland Brush Scots Aside
Fans have Jonny Sexton to thank after his incision through the line just before the half brought life to what had been a dreadfully insipid match to that point.