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France staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Italy 34-21, setting the stage for a crucial Grand Slam showdown at Twickenham next weekend.
When the Springboks embark on their year-end tour to Europe, they will face a formidable challenge from France, the newly crowned Six Nations champions, rather than Ireland, whose recent successes may be overstated
France's triumphant Six Nations campaign solidifies their position as rugby powerhouses, setting records and eyeing South Africa's dominance with their innovative tactics and formidable talent.
A heated war of words has erupted between Irish and French rugby camps after France coach Fabien Galthie accused Ireland players of foul play in Antoine Dupont's devastating knee injury.
The Ireland rugby team has enjoyed an excellent run of success but some feel it has been tarnished by arrogance and that the law looks the other way when they transgress.
Tadgh Beirne's actions at a ruck injured Antoine Dupont's knee and he is likely to miss the Test against the Springboks in November
France captain Antoine Dupont faces months on the sidelines after confirming he tore knee ligaments during their crucial Six Nations victory over Ireland. The injury to the world's best scrum-half could impact France's title hopes.
France's commanding 42-27 victory over Ireland has put them on the brink of Six Nations glory, but their triumph was overshadowed by a potentially serious injury to captain Antoine Dupont.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has had his say about whether the Springboks should join the Six Nations or remain in the Rugby Championship.
England's Six Nations campaign faces a crucial test against Italy at Twickenham, with critics questioning their attacking strategy despite recent victories. Steve Borthwick's side must deliver a convincing performance to keep their title hopes alive.
IOL rugby writer Mike Greenaway casts his eye over the United Rugby Championship and the Six Nations, and predicts the weekend's winners.
Three Irish rugby stalwarts - record holder Cian Healy, captain Peter O'Mahony and centurion Conor Murray - have announced their international retirement following the current Six Nations campaign.
How is Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus' 'bomb squad' changing the game in the Six Nations.
Warren Gatland's celebrated Wales coaching career is set to end abruptly mid-Six Nations tournament, following an unprecedented 14-match losing streak.
France captain Antoine Dupont dismisses concerns over team dynamics as controversial selections Oscar Jegou and Hugo Auradou prepare for Six Nations return against Wales.
Olympic gold medallist Antoine Dupont makes his triumphant return to French rugby, bringing fresh energy and expertise to Les Bleus' Six Nations campaign.
England coach Steve Borthwick has named lock Maro Itoje as the team's captain ahead of the Six Nations.
Former Scotland captain Stuart Hogg pleaded guilty to a single charge of domestic abuse of his ex-partner, Gillian Hogg, when he appeared in court in Scotland on November 4.