Owen Farrell during an England training session on November 21, 2018
The key Six Nations talking points
Tournament gets under way on Friday night when France host Wales.
Jan 31, 06:00
 Simon Easterby pictured in 2013
We're not interested in war of words with England, says Ireland's Easterby
The two sides go head to head in Dublin on Saturday.
Jan 29, 16:33
 Owen Farrell during an England training session on November 21, 2018
Ireland will look to antagonise England captain Owen Farrell - Peter Stringer
Former Ireland scrum-half Stringer is the latest to wade into the war of words ahead of the keenly-anticipated Aviva Stadium showdown.
Jan 29, 10:28
 Brad Shields in action for England on November 10, 2018
England continue to monitor Shields fitness ahead of Six Nations opener
The New Zealand-born forward has been earmarked to start the clash against Ireland in Dublin on February 2.
Jan 25, 16:33
 Owen Farrell during an England training session on November 21, 2018
Farrell confident he will be fit to face Ireland in Six Nations opener
Eddie Jones has several injury concerns ahead of the trip to the Aviva.
Jan 23, 11:43
 Jonathan Joseph during an England training session in March 2018
Jonathan Joseph added to England squad for Six Nations opener in Dublin
Joseph has not played for England since last season's Six Nations.
Jan 22, 16:57
 England's Eddie Jones pictured on November 10, 2018
Shields injury is fresh headache for England head coach Eddie Jones
England open their Six Nations campaign against Ireland in Dublin on February 2.
Jan 20, 14:27
 Owen Farrell during an England training session on November 21, 2018
England consider options as Farrell undergoes thumb surgery
Farrell is expected to be out of action for around seven to 10 days, with the Six Nations opener against Ireland in a fortnight.
Jan 19, 22:00
 Owen Farrell during an England training session on November 21, 2018
England's Six Nations preparations hit by Farrell injury
The Saracens star has undergone surgery on his thumb and could be sidelined for up to 10 days.
Jan 19, 16:29
 Owen Farrell during an England training session on November 21, 2018
England's Six Nations preparations hit by Owen Farrell thumb injury
Farrell missed Saracens' Champions Cup clash with Glasgow due to the problem.
Jan 19, 12:55
 Dylan Hartley during an England training session on November 23, 2018
England co-captain Dylan Hartley to miss Six Nations opener against Ireland
The hooker sustained a knee injury playing for Northampton in December.
Jan 17, 10:13
 Gareth Steenson in action for Exeter Chiefs on October 13, 2018
Impressive Exeter return to top of the table after ending Saracens' long unbeaten run
The win sends the Chiefs three points clear.
Dec 22, 17:12
 Owen Farrell in action for Saracens on December 15, 2018
Saracens storm on with win over Cardiff
Unbeaten run now stands at 21 games.
Dec 15, 15:12
 Owen Farrell for England in November 2018
Saracens show class with second-half fightback against Cardiff
Blues led at half-time but Mark McCall's men came storming back.
Dec 9, 15:43
 England's Eddie Jones pictured on November 10, 2018
Jones has his Midas touch back but what for England's imports?
The key observations from England's autumn fixtures.
Nov 26, 11:31
 Manu Tuilagi during an England training session on November 7, 2018
Tuilagi to make England return after being named on bench for Wallabies clash
The Leicester centre has recovered from a groin injury to take his place among the replacements.
Nov 22, 12:09
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Eddie Jones: 'England back on the road to becoming best team in the world'
England coach Eddie Jones believes that England are back on track to becoming the best team in the world, following their 25-10 win over South Africa on Saturday.
Jun 24, 21:18
 Eddie Jones pictured on June 18, 2016
Danny Cipriani named in England squad for South Africa tour
Wasps fly-half Danny Cipriani is among the players to be named in Eddie Jones's England squad for the tour of South Africa in June.
May 10, 20:32
 Owen Farrell in action for England in summer 2016
Saracens director Mark McCall backs Owen Farrell for England captaincy
Owen Farrell would be the perfect pick to lead England during their tour of South Africa in June, according to Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall.
Apr 26, 18:45
 Eddie Jones pictured on June 18, 2016
Eddie Jones: 'England are missing leaders'
England coach Eddie Jones says that his side are lacking in "leaders" following their Six Nations humiliation.
Mar 19, 12:48
 Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll holds the Six Nations trophy
Ireland beat England on final Six Nations day to win Grand Slam
Ireland beat England 24-15 at Twickenham on the last day of the 2018 Six Nations to win the Grand Slam.
Mar 17, 16:53
 Eddie Jones pictured on June 18, 2016
England lose in France to hand Ireland Six Nations title
England fall to a 22-16 defeat at the hands of France in Paris, a result which sees Ireland claim the Six Nations championship with a game to spare.
Mar 10, 19:02
 Owen Farrell scores a try for England against Australia on June 25, 2016
Eddie Jones: 'Owen Farrell must get in the faces of France'
England head coach Eddie Jones urges stand-in captain Owen Farrell to put in an aggressive performance when his side take on France in the Six Nations.
Mar 9, 14:00
 Owen Farrell in action for England in summer 2016
Dominant Scotland claim first win over England since 2008
Scotland beat England 25-13 in a thrilling match at the Six Nations.
Feb 24, 18:43
 Eddie Jones pictured on June 25, 2016
England edge Wales in tight Twickenham tussle
England beat Wales 12-6 in a tight contest at Twickenham Stadium to make it two wins from two in the 2018 Six Nations.
Feb 10, 19:16
 Eddie Jones pictured on June 18, 2016
Sam Simmonds stars in England opening Six Nations win over Italy
England number eight Sam Simmonds scores two tries on his debut as Eddie Jones's side defeats Italy 46-15 in their Six Nations opener.
Feb 4, 16:56
 Owen Farrell scores a try for England against Australia on June 25, 2016
Owen Farrell returns to England team
Saracens centre Owen Farrell is recalled as one of four changes to the England starting lineup for Saturday's Test against Australia.
Nov 16, 20:41
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Owen Farrell pens new long-term deal with Saracens
England fly-half Owen Farrell targets more major honours with Saracens after signing a new five-year contract at Allianz Park.
Aug 29, 17:33
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Sam Warburton "gutted" by British and Irish Lions draw
British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton admits that he did not know how to feel after his side's tour of New Zealand ended in a draw.
Jul 8, 14:50
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British and Irish Lions, New Zealand series ends in dramatic draw
The British and Irish Lions draw 15-15 with New Zealand in their third and final Test to see their three-match series end all square at 1-1.
Jul 8, 09:31
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British and Irish Lions name unchanged XV for New Zealand series decider
The British and Irish Lions name an unchanged team for the first time since 1993 for Saturday's third and decisive Test against New Zealand.
Jul 5, 19:48
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New Zealand too strong for British and Irish Lions in opening Test
New Zealand record a 30-15 win over the British and Irish Lions in the first Test at Eden Park.
Jun 24, 09:28
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Peter O'Mahony to lead British and Irish Lions in first Test
Peter O'Mahony will skipper the British and Irish Lions against New Zealand in next weekend's first Test, while Liam Williams and Elliot Daly are handed starting spots.
Jun 21, 19:31
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Greig Laidlaw backs "world class" Johnny Sexton to bounce back
Grieg Laidlaw defends the performance of Johnny Sexton against Provincial Barbarians, claiming that his teammate will soon find his groove for British and Irish Lions.
Jun 4, 14:21
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Sam Warburton to lead British and Irish Lions in New Zealand tour opener
Sam Warburton will captain the British and Irish Lions against the New Zealand Provincial Barbarians in Saturday's tour opener in Whangarei.
May 31, 19:48
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Interview: Will Greenwood previews British and Irish Lions tour of New Zealand
Sports Mole discusses the British and Irish Lions' highly-anticipated tour of New Zealand with England World Cup winner Will Greenwood.
May 26, 10:25
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Chris Ashton: 'Retaining European title with Saracens a pleasure'
Chris Ashton says that becoming the top try-scorer in European competition is the "icing on the cake" after helping Saracens to a 28-17 victory over Clermont Auvergne.
May 13, 20:54
 England's Owen Farrell kicks a penalty in the match against Australia on June 25, 2016
Wasps trio up for RPA Players' Player of the Year award
Elliot Daly, Jimmy Gopperth, Christian Wade, Owen Farrell and Louis Picamoles are in the running to be crowned the Rugby Players' Association Players' Player of the Year.
May 3, 12:49
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Jonny Wilkinson: 'British and Lions require team of captains'
England rugby legend Jonny Wilkinson believes that Warren Gatland should share around the captain's armband when the British and Irish Lions tour New Zealand.
Mar 31, 19:52
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Ireland deny England Grand Slam, world record
Ireland end England's hopes of the Grand Slam and a record 19th successive Test victory with a gruelling 13-9 win at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
Mar 18, 19:03
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