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Video highlights from round 3 of the 2010 Six Nations Championship, Ireland 20 – 16 England.

Saturday, February 27, 2010

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27-Feb: Video highlights from round 3 of the 2010 Six Nations Championship, Ireland 20 – 16 England.

Questions Answered? Round 3 preview of the 2010 Six Nations Championship

Thursday, February 25, 2010

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At the forefront of the tournament is France who handily defeated Ireland last week and now host a rejuvenated Welsh squad. Then there's the match everyone looks forward to watching, Ireland v. England at Twickenham. Finally, there's the annual Six Nations wooden spoon match between Scotland and Italy. Read on for a full preview.

Ireland, Wales and Scotland lose key players for remainder of 2010 Six Nations Championship

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

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Rugby is a bruising sport at the best of times. But for the professionals at the elite level, a mix of high intensity, high expectations and rugby 'culture' can be a dangerous combination. Following Round 2 of the Six Nations, five players are out for the remainder of the Championship.

Doing more with less puts the French in a solid position to win the 2010 Six Nations

Saturday, February 13, 2010

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The only areas where France out-performed Ireland by any significant margin was the scrum success rate (92 vs 80%), penalties conceded (7 vs. 10) and number of tackles (134 vs. 77). This last stat is perhaps the most telling as the numerous tackles early phase play prevented Ireland from really getting gathering much momentum. This led to frustration, penalties and one (nearly two) yellow cards.

Payback For Ireland?

Friday, February 12, 2010

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This match is shaping up to be an epic encounter, one that I cannot wait for. There is so much at stake beyond just winning the match in my mind and I hope Ireland smash France because like any sports fan will tell you, a little payback is always satisfying.

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