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The Lions XV at the midway point of the Six Nations

We're two rounds down in the Six Nations and approaching the halfway point so which players are getting ahead of their rivals in the race for the Lions?Sure thing: On current form, Owen Farrell is a front-runner for the Lions Test teamThe British & Irish Lions boss Warren Gatland must be tearing his hair out about who to pick for the …Continue reading »

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Best rugby signings for 2017-18

There have been a glut of big name signings for the 2017-18 season across all three domestic leagues and RW pulls out the moves that will make a huge difference next seasonOn the move: George Ford is heading back to Welford RoadBy Alex Shaw The announcement of new signings for the 2017-18 season is an almost daily occurrence in the northern …Continue reading »

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Round Two: Six Nations Team of the Week

After a rip-roaring weekend of Six Nations action, there are an abundance of worthy candidates for the team of the round in a Lions yearWorld-class: Owen Farrell put in another hugely influential performanceBy Alex Shaw Round two of the 2017 RBS Six Nations is in the book and the upcoming rest week …Continue reading »

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Six Nations: France 22-16 Scotland

What warmed the cockles and what made us squirm at the Stade de FranceDone it! France celebrate their first Six Nations victory since round two last year (Icon Sport/Getty)The good and the bad of France's 22-16 Six Nations win against Scotland

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Six Nations Team of the Week

Alex Shaw casts his eye over the standout performers from round one of the Six NationsBig brother: Richie Gray outshone younger sibling Jonny in a stirring Scottish display (Getty Images)The wild and wacky era of bonus points in the Six Nations kicked off at the weekend and, well, nothing …Continue reading »

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