4 h. ago Fin Smith stakes claim as France hit back – what we learned from Six Nations

France delivered an 11-try rout of Italy.

Events

10 h. ago Captain America: Brave New World makes Marvel history in the worst way

New film has hit an unfortunate milestone for the comic book franchise

Politics

23 h. ago Scotland’s Gregor Townsend questions England’s crucial penalty decision

‘I just don’t know how that’s a penalty,’ says head coachSteve Borthwick: ‘They found a way to win the game’Scotland’s coaches and players believe two key officiating decisions potentially denied them another historic Calcutta Cup victory. Gregor Townsend feels his team were unlucky to concede the crucial second-half penalty kicked by Fin Smith that ultimately proved decisive and doubts have also been raised over the solitary English try, scored by Tommy Freeman.Townsend was particularly unhappy about the crucial penalty given against Rory Darge and Tom Jordan for lifting Ben Curry out of a ruck. “I’m going to go through the game two or three times to see whether we could have got better decisions,” said Townsend, the head coach. “I did feel the decision that counted against us for the winning three points where we cleared someone out of the ruck I just don’t know how that’s a penalty. Continue reading...

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26 h. ago England player ratings vs Scotland: Maro Itoje delivers huge moments in nervy Calcutta Cup win

Fin Smith unshakeable again as Ben Curry delivers a monster performance off the bench in Twickenham thriller

Sport

38 h. ago Time is running out for England's and Scotland’s Lions hopefuls to state their case | Ugo Monye

All the way across the field there are mouthwatering head-to-heads with players pushing for the tour to AustraliaFor British & Irish Lions hopefuls, time is running out. Three Test matches left to stake their claim, to catch Andy Farrell’s eye and book a place on the plane. Farrell is due to be at Twickenham on Saturday and he will be analysing everything. As a player that’s precisely where you want to be.At this stage of the Six Nations, England against Scotland feels all the more pivotal for Lions hopefuls. We can safely say that there will be a large Ireland contingent and, unless something dramatic happens in the coming weeks, a relatively small group of Wales players. That congested middle is full of England and Scotland players and that makes Saturday’s match all the more mouthwatering. Continue reading...

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48 h. ago Wallace and Gromit guru issues statement on Aardman Animation future after clay crisis

Wallace and Gromit creator Nick Park said his Aardman company has sourced a new supplier of the clay needed to produce his hit flicks - delighting fans of the franchise

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59 h. ago England Six Nations star Marcus Smith on new role, Fin Smith and Calcutta Cup showdown

Smith, the smallest England player on the pitch, reacted fastest to dive on the late loose ball against France and allow namesake Fin Smith to kick the ball out and seal the win

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4 d. ago No pressure on Fin Smith to outdo Finn Russell in Calcutta Cup – Ollie Lawrence

An intriguing subplot to Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations showdown is the battle at number 10.

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4 d. ago No pressure for Fin Smith to outshine Finn Russell in Calcutta Cup – Lawrence

An intriguing subplot to Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations showdown is the battle at number 10.

Events

5 d. ago Steve Borthwick backs Marcus Smith to rebound from kicking off

The Harlequins playmaker was taken off duties from the tee after a couple of misses against France but will re-assume duties ahead of Fin Smith

Politics

5 d. ago Chessum back in only England change for Six Nations clash with Scotland

Player in at second row with Martin dropped to benchRecall to team comes after impressing against FranceOllie Chessum will make his first England start for 11 months on Saturday with Steve Borthwick making a solitary change to his side to face Scotland. Chessum comes in at second row with George Martin, who has been nursing an injury problem, dropping to the bench.Otherwise, Borthwick has stuck with the same side that beat France with Fin Smith continuing at fly-half and Marcus Smith sticking at fullback. Borthwick has stuck with the same back row, meaning a second start for Tom Willis at No 8, as England seek a first win over Scotland since 2020. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago British player comes forward to stake claim for £65.3m EuroMillions jackpot

The ticket-holder came forward over the weekend to claim their £65,341,620.50 EuroMillions jackpot prize from Friday night's Valentine's Day draw, according to the operator.

Economics

7 d. ago Glasgow Warriors star stakes claim for Scotland Six Nations bow with standout display in win over Dragons

25 y/o catches eye ahead of Calcutta Cup match

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