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In my weekly “Rants and Raves” for Independent Media, I take a look back at some positives and negatives for this weekend. Top Rant Stormers wing Raymond Rhule’s defensive...
Italy might have lost four matches from four at the Six Nations without picking up a point, but Conor O'Shea is staying positive.
England forwards Nathan Hughes and Courtney Lawes are set for scans on knee injuries as they miss out on Eddie Jones' squad to face Ireland.
Wales easily saw off Italy on Sunday despite making 10 changes, to the delight of head coach Warren Gatland.
Stade Francais' five-match losing run in the Top 14 came to an end on Sunday, while Toulouse missed the chance to take second.
Wales moved up to second in the Six Nations standings with a bonus-point victory over Italy, George North getting two tries.
The Waratahs came unstuck as the Jaguares recorded a memorable and confidence-boosting 38-28 win Saturday.
The leaders of the Top 14, Montpellier, thumped their nearest rivals on Saturday, while struggling Oyonnax also claimed an important win.
England conceded more penalties in a match since Eddie Jones took charge against France and the head coach knows what needs to change.
Jonathan Sexton is expecting a stern test from England next weekend as Eddie Jones' side attempt to deny them a Grand Slam.
