Wales win an unlikely Six Nations Triple Crown. England are beaten in a game that will be remembered for two extremely controversial refereeing decisions. READ MORE
Tag: Guinness Six Nations
Eddie Jones self-isolating in ‘Big Week’ for England Rugby
When you really want your main spokesperson to be available, unfortunately, Eddie Jones is now self-isolating after his England Rugby forwards coach Matt Proudfoot has tested positive for Covid-19. Bad timing for the RFU to say the least although, with Jones’ ability to communicate, isolation may not be a hindrance. In-person or virtually, the media […] READ MORE
2020 Guinness Six Nations – Team of the Tournament revealed
The 2020 Guinness Six Nations drew to a close on Saturday evening, as Ireland’s defeat in Paris meant England were crowned champions. Robert Rees selects his 2020 Team of the Tournament. 1. Rory Sutherland The Scottish loosehead has been in such quality form of late that he’s been tipped as a Lions starter. His set-piece […] READ MORE
Scotland could face Autumn Nations Cup without key duo
Scotland may be without Finn Russell and Adam Hastings for the Autumn Nations Cup, after both stand-offs were forced off in the Guinness Six Nations win over Wales. Scotland fly half injury woes Russell kicked an early penalty for Scotland, before injuring his groin in a tackle as Wales prop Rhys Carre scored the game’s […] READ MORE
Ireland secure win with Hugo Keenan debut tries
Round Four of the 2020 Six Nations has finally been completed. Ireland have kept themselves in the running for the title with a 50-17 victory over Italy. Debutant winger Hugo Keenan scored two tries to help seal the bonus point win. Debutant Hugo Keenan shines After a very early yellow card for Conor Murray, which […] READ MORE
Guinness Six Nations – Ireland vs Italy player ratings
As the longest ever Guinness Six Nations draws to a close, Ireland claimed a bonus point victory at home over the Italians to send them top after four rounds. Robert Rees rates each player from their romping win. Guinness Six Nations down to the wire The win means the championship goes down to the last […] READ MORE
All the free to air rugby on TV this weekend
As the domestic rugby season clashes with the international calendar there is a feast of rugby on free to air (FTA) TV. Last Word has got you covered, so you don’t miss a thing, with the full schedule below. Rugby season in full flow The end of a delayed season meeting the beginning of a […] READ MORE
Wales squad announcement – Autumn 2020 series
Wayne Pivac has named seven uncapped players in his 38-man Wales squad. Robert Rees brings you the latest from the Wales camp. Wales squad announcement Forwards: Rhys Carre (Cardiff Blues, 8 Caps), Wyn Jones (Scarlets, 25 Caps), Nicky Smith (Ospreys, 35 Caps), Ken Owens (Scarlets, 77 Caps), Ryan Elias (Scarlets, 13 Caps), Sam Parry (Ospreys)*, Samson […] READ MORE
The four teams still in Six Nations contention
With the Six Nations set to finish up over the course of two weekends in October, Last Word look at what needs to be done by the four teams who can still claim victory. Who isn’t in contention? It’s pretty simple for Wales and Italy, the latter of which have two games in hand, as […] READ MORE
Gallagher Premiership, Pro14 and European 2019/20 remaining calendar
With the Gallagher Premiership, Guinness Pro14 and European rugby seasons still to play out, Last Word have looked at the calendar that lies ahead of us in the coming months. Gallagher Premiership calendar explores midweek options With nine fixtures outstanding in their season, Premiership Rugby have reportedly elected to go with three midweek fixtures to […] READ MORE