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Timoney Reflects on Perseverance as He Embraces Ireland Role

Nick Timoney reflects on his perseverance and role as a substitute in Ireland's 2026 Six Nations campaign, inspired by teammate Stuart McCloskey's resurgence.

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Smith, Atkinson, Murley Start as England Make 12 Changes for Italy Clash

England make 12 changes, including Smith, Atkinson, and Murley starting, to face Italy after early Six Nations losses.

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Cadan Murley, Fin Smith and Seb Atkinson

Kat Merchant Urges Women's Rugby to Prioritize Brain Health and Safety

Kat Merchant, 2014 World Cup winner, urges women's rugby to adopt men's game safety lessons after retiring due to 11 concussions. Now a personal trainer, she educates players on brain health and advocates for better support during and after their careers.

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Kat Merchant speaking into a microphone.

Scotland's Key Strategies to Challenge France in Six Nations Clash

Scotland face France at Murrayfield in the Six Nations, needing to excel in aerial contests, counter France's power game, and start strongly to challenge the defending champions and keep their title hopes alive.

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Scotland's Finn Russell and Sione Tuipulotu during a Guinness Six Nations match between Wales and Scotland at The Principality Stadium, on February 21, 2026, in Cardiff, Wales.

Wales Exclude Fly-Half Costelow from Ireland Six Nations Match

Wales fly-half Sam Costelow is sidelined for the Six Nations match against Ireland due to an ankle injury. Jarrod Evans or Dan Edwards are set to replace him as Wales seek to end a 14-match losing streak in the tournament.

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Sam Costelow receives treatment after injury against Scotland

Scotland Receive Unexpected Jack Dempsey Boost Ahead of France Clash

Scotland welcome back Jack Dempsey from injury ahead of their Six Nations clash with France, boosting their squad as they aim to keep title hopes alive.

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Scotland's Jack Dempsey in action against England

Woodman and Assiratti Added to Wales' Six Nations Squad Ahead of Ireland Match

Keiron Assiratti and Ryan Woodman join Wales' Six Nations squad as injuries sideline key players ahead of the Ireland match. Wales await fly-half Sam Costelow's fitness for their first win attempt in 15 games.

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Ryan Woodman playing for Dragons and Keiron Assiratti playing for Cardiff

Wayne Pivac Named Head Coach of Benetton Rugby Until 2028

Wayne Pivac, former Wales and Scarlets coach, has signed with Benetton Rugby until 2028, aiming to elevate the Italian URC side's performance.

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Ospreys Secure Late Victory Over Ulster in United Rugby Championship Clash

Ospreys secured a late win over Ulster at the Brewery Field, with tries from Foley, Ratti, and Kasende. Gareth Thomas made his 150th appearance for Ospreys in this tense United Rugby Championship match.

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Gareth Thomas in action for Ospreys against Ulster

St Helens Dominate Catalans with Six Tries in Perpignan Victory

Daryl Clark scored twice as St Helens defeated Catalans Dragons 36-6 in Perpignan, marking their first away league win of the season with six tries.

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Warrington Secures Second Straight Win Over Wakefield in Super League

Josh Smith scored his first Super League try as Warrington Wolves held off Wakefield Trinity's second-half fightback to secure their second consecutive win.

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Warrington Wolves player Josh Smith is congratulated by team-mates for scoring a try against Wakefield Trinity

Dragons and Benetton Play Out Dramatic URC Draw at Rodney Parade

Dragons and Benetton played out a dramatic 29-29 draw in the URC at Rodney Parade, with key moments including a red card for Dragons' Levi Douglas and a last-minute try from Fine Inisi.

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