Depleted and Dupont-less, can France recover after World Cup heartache?

Les Bleus’ post-tournament refit has not been as drastic as some expected and they face Ireland with a team of relative veterans

England’s Six Nations injury crisis as Smith leaves training on crutches

The Harlequins No 10 has given England a major injury scare ahead of their opening match in Italy after limping out of training in Spain

‘I still feel battered – but that’s rugby’: George North tackles his 14th Six Nations

The veteran centre tells Donald McRae of his frustration with armchair verdicts on his health, why Wales can’t be written off and his advice to Louis Rees-Zammit

Six things for fans to look out for in the 2024 men’s Six Nations

There may be some familiar names missing, and no games in Paris, but there is so much to look forward to as the northern hemisphere’s finest lock horns again

Post-World Cup Six Nations presents level playing field for next wave to make mark

A host of missing stars has given teams tough decisions in finding balance between building for future and winning now

England want to reconnect with fans and modernise Twickenham experience

England’s players have been brainstorming ways to reconnect with supporters at the Six Nations and improve the Twickenham matchday experience

France v Ireland a tempting hors d’oeuvres for a spectacular Six Nations

All eyes will be on Marseille for heavyweight opener but Scotland, with Finn Russell pulling the strings, are dark horses

From social secretary to captain: Jamie George ticks all England’s boxes

Jamie George has many merits say those in the game who know him best: ‘He connects with everyone’

Peter O’Mahony has big boots to fill but is the right fit for Ireland

New captain may not have a job by the end of this season but could have been born to lead the side against France on Friday

Felix Jones arrives to inject intensity into England’s Six Nations tilt

Fresh from back-to-back World Cup wins, England’s new defence coach has the analytics and experience to bring major success

Netflix’s one-size fits all approach misses the real selling point of rugby union

Six Nations: Full Contact focuses on interviews with the sport’s stars when the real draws are the odd couple Italy coaches who scream authenticity

England’s Six Nations injury woes build as Borthwick bemoans club delays

England’s midfield options for their Six Nations opener against Italy are dwindling after Ollie Lawrence and Oscar Beard withdrew from the squad because of injury

Winds of change blow through Six Nations to spark new sense of purpose

Anticipation for the competition is soaring with teams under new leadership and a fascinating backdrop after World Cup

‘Different mindset’: Borthwick promises new England approach in Six Nations

Steve Borthwick says England supporters “deserve better” than the national team have delivered in the Six Nations in recent years