Townsend gets wish; Gloucester match-up to savour; By the numbers; Word of mouth

The likes of Louis Reez-Zammit can spark the imagination of the casual observer

Six-try display gets stung England’s Six Nations challenge back on track at Twickenham

First Twickenham win in 38 years was deserved. Any other result would have been a travesty

Eddie Jones’s formidable side are the team to beat in this year’s competition

His footwork, pace, strength and ability to beat defenders make him a potent finisher

Bookies rate France as second favourites to win with Ireland third most likely winners

Preparation hasn’t been ideal but Eddie Jones has plenty of winners at his disposal

Ulster enjoy an excellent record against English Premiership sides

Skipper Johnny Sexton will return to lead side for Aviva stadium clash

Rugby union has become harder to watch as more teams favour contact over creativity

Gerry Thornley looks at four key areas in need of improvement ahead of the Six Nations

What might simply look like a poor throw is more often than not a deeper system failure

Ireland’s captain defends Kelleher and refuses to stew over misses opportunities

Ireland had plenty of ball but no answers to hosts’ John Mitchell-inspired rearguard

John O’Sullivan hands out the marks after Ireland's latest defeat at Twickenham

England’s brilliant defensive performance secures fourth straight win over Ireland

Improved performance from February defeat could prove vital come next year’s Six Nations

Our rugby correspondent looks at the players who impressed in this year’s fractured tournament

Eddie Jones has named his XV to face Italy in Saturday’s final round of the Six Nations