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  • Friday, 10. February, 2012

    High expectations for Azzurri

    Italy captain Sergio Parisse lamented the fact that last year's historic first Six Nations win over France has raised expectations ahead of England's visit to the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Saturday.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012
    Parisse eyes important win

    Parisse eyes important win

    Italy captain Sergio Parisse is desperate to deliver a historic victory over defending RBS 6 Nations champions England on Saturday.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012
    Green light for Stade de France

    Green light for Stade de France

    The Stade de France has passed a pitch inspection in preparation for Saturday's RBS 6 Nations showdown between France and Ireland.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012
    Robshaw ready to turn up heat

    Robshaw ready to turn up heat

    England captain Chris Robshaw has warned Italy his men will be prepared to fight fire with fire in Saturday's RBS 6 Nations showdown.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012
    IRB: Barnes' penalty call right

    IRB: Barnes' penalty call right

    The IRB and RBS 6 Nations have cleared referee Wayne Barnes of blame for Ireland's 23-21 defeat by Wales.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012
    Gatland seeks yellow deterrent

    Gatland seeks yellow deterrent

    Wales coach Warren Gatland has revealed he suggested imposing fines of up to £30,000 for players who receive needless yellow cards.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012
    Kiss calls for Irish fire

    Kiss calls for Irish fire

    Les Kiss has demanded Ireland "breathe some fire" against France as they seek to atone for their disappointing start to the RBS 6 Nations.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012

    Barnes gets backing

    The International Rugby Board and the Six Nations have combined to affirm the last penalty awarded by Wayne Barnes in the match between Ireland and Wales.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012
    History boy Al has a job to do

    History boy Al has a job to do

    England's history boy Alex Corbisiero is not part of the X-box generation, preferring his degree studies on the unification of Italy to gaming.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012
    Wales heading North with George

    Wales heading North with George

    Wales' teenage rising star George North will go into Sunday's RBS 6 Nations clash against Scotland being hailed as "a superstar of the game".

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012
    Rory ready for a house of pain

    Rory ready for a house of pain

    Rory Best says Ireland must be prepared to break through the pain barrier if they are to rescue their RBS 6 Nations by overcoming France.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012

    Women's 6 Nations, Round 2

    After their big wins in Round 1, England and France are expected to win well this weekend and look likely to decide the championship when they meet.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012
    Evans eyes 'complete display'

    Evans eyes 'complete display'

    Max Evans believes Scotland are on the verge of a complete performance as he prepares to return to the Millennium Stadium.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012

    U20 6 Nations, Round 2

    England, who had a big win in Round 1, are likely to have big wins again this week when they play Italy.

  • Friday, 10. February, 2012
    Scotland want roof closed

    Scotland want roof closed

    Scotland have announced their intention to take on Wales at their own game after requesting the Millennium Stadium roof be closed on Sunday.