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Analysis from Tom Hamilton: Gatland's exit shows Wales Rugby's nadir
Warren Gatland's departure from Wales was inevitable after their defeat in Rome on Saturday. It was their 14th straight loss, and saw them fall beneath Georgia in the world rankings.
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Interim coach Sherratt not interested in Wales job
Wales interim coach Matt Sherratt is keen to end their record 14-game losing streak but he will not be seeking the role on a permanent basis.
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SIX NATIONS WEEK 2
Monday overreactions: Fin Smith now England No.10 ?
The weekend's Six Nations action left plenty of food for thought, but are those reactions irrational or legitimate? ESPN's Tom Hamilton and James Regan weigh in.
Analysis from Tom Hamilton: How England broke hoodoo to upset France
For so long, it has been England who collapsed in the final, crucial moments. But Steve Borthwick's side wrote a different story on Saturday.
Why France's 'golden generation' need Six Nations title more than ever
France's evening was summed up perfectly, albeit jovially, by defence coach Shaun Edwards following a crushing 26-25 defeat to England on Saturday.
Six Nations: Ireland beat Scotland to keep Grand Slam alive
Ireland put on a superb display as they dominated Scotland in a 32-18 victory to stay perfect in this year's Six Nations, adding fuel to their bid for an unprecedented third straight title.
How Ireland boost their hopes of claiming third Six Nations title
The alarming stats for Wales after loss vs. Italy
Gatland accepts frustration at Wales defeat
Wales head coach Warren Gatland has said he "understands" fans' frustrations after his side fell to a record-extending 14th straight Test defeat on Saturday.
Six Nations: Why rugby 'mavericks' are a thing of the past
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RUGBY
Fiji rugby chief fired after 'gay problem' comment
A top rugby official in Fiji was fired within days of being appointed after she spoke of "this gay problem" in women's national teams.
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British & Irish Lions watch Week 1: Caelan Doris captain? Darcy Graham in?
Ahead of the British & Irish Lions tour of Australia, whose stocks rose and whose fell after Week 1 of the Six Nations? ESPN's Tom Hamilton and James Regan weigh in.
Monday overreactions: England in Q4 crisis? Wales to get wooden spoon?
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RUGBY
SIX NATIONS
Six Nations: Why each team will find success, and why they won't
ESPN writers Tom Hamilton and James Regan weigh in on what each team should be aiming for this Six Nations, why they can achieve it, and why they might not.
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TOUR DOWN UNDER
British & Irish Lions: Which Six Nations stars make the squad?
Each week, ESPN writers James Regan and Tom Hamilton select their British & Irish XV as the Six Nations looks set to provide Andy Farrell with plenty of selection headaches.
Six Nations and Women's Six Nations: Full fixture list
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Six Nations: Matt Sherratt not interested in becoming permanent Wales coach
Wales interim coach Matt Sherratt is keen to end their record 14-game losing streak but he will not be seeking the role on a permanent basis.
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Six Nations: Ireland hopeful of Tadhg Furlong, Mack Hansen, Joe McCarthy returns
Ireland are hoping to continue their Six Nations Grand Slam bid against Wales in 11 days time with a clean bill of health with the return of Tadhg Furlong, Mack Hansen and Joe McCarthy from injury.
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Warren Gatland leaves Wales job midway through Six Nations
Wales head coach Warren Gatland has left his post midway through the Six Nations, the country's governing body (WRU) confirmed on Tuesday.
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Six Nations: Warren Gatland's exit marks Wales Rugby nadir
Warren Gatland's departure from Wales was inevitable after their defeat in Rome on Saturday. It was their 14th straight loss, and saw them fall beneath Georgia in the world rankings.
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Six Nations: Romain Ntamack to return for France vs Ireland
France fly-half Romain Ntamack will miss the next Six Nations match against Italy through suspension but will be allowed to return for the Ireland clash once he takes part in World Rugby's Coaching Intervention Programme.
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Rugby
The story of Warren Gatland's Wales career
Take a look at the numbers behind Warren Gatland's managerial career with Wales and the British & Irish Lions.
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Six Nations: Fin Smith cements England No. 10? Wales set for 17-game streak?
The weekend's Six Nations action left plenty of food for thought, but are those reactions irrational or legitimate? ESPN's Tom Hamilton and James Regan weigh in.
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Scotland vs. Ireland: Forward line won game - Simon Easterby
Ireland's marauding forwards laid the platform for the dominant 32-18 win away to Scotland in the Six Nations on Sunday, interim coach Simon Easterby said.
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How Ireland boost their hopes of claiming third Six Nations title
Take a look back at how Ireland strengthened their Six Nations title hopes after defeating Scotland 32-18.
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Six Nations: Ireland beat Scotland to keep Grand Slam alive
Ireland put on a superb display as they dominated Scotland in a 32-18 victory to stay perfect in this year's Six Nations, adding fuel to their bid for an unprecedented third straight title.
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Six Nations: Why France's 'golden generation' need Six Nations title more than ever
France's evening was summed up perfectly, albeit jovially, by defence coach Shaun Edwards following a crushing 26-25 defeat to England on Saturday.
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Borthwick on last-gasp win: 'It only takes 30 seconds to score a try!'
Steve Borthwick reacts to England's 26-25 win against France in the Six Nations.
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Six Nations: How valiant England punished error-strewn France
ESPN's Tom Hamilton provides analysis from England's chaotic, hoodoo-dispelling win over France in the Six Nations.
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