Six Nations third round winners and losers: Ireland and Scotland joy, woe for Wales
The Six Nations third round kicked off with one of the oldest international rugby rivalries, England vs Ireland.
Wales played Scotland next with a much-improved home-crowd attendance in Cardiff compared to the week prior. The final game of the weekend was between France and Italy in Paris.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s rugby writer James Corrigan outlines his winners and losers from the weekend’s action.
Six Nations news: Second-round power rankings as Scotland surge, England and Ireland disappoint
France cemented their place as favourites to win the 2026 Six Nations in round two as Scotland redeemed themselves by claiming a famous victory over Grand Slam hopefuls England.
Scotland defeated their lacklustre neighbours 31-20, France crushed beleaguered Wales 54-12, and Ireland failed to impress in beating Italy 20-13.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Terry gives his second-round power rankings as Scotland climb and title not-so-contenders shuffle down the order.
Six Nations news: Power rankings after first round as France and England impress, Ireland struggle
The first round of the 2026 Six Nations has been and gone as France and England both staked claims to win the crown.
England crushed Wales 48-7 and France outplayed Ireland 36-14, while Italy defeated Scotland 18-15 in what was a demoralising loss for the under-pressure Scots.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Terry gives his power rankings after the opening weekend of arguably the greatest rugby competition in the world.
Autumn Nations Series 2025: Full schedule confirmed for blockbuster November Tests
Rugby fans can look forward to a thrilling dose of international action next month, with the 2025 Autumn Nations Series set to deliver a series of heavyweight clashes across the Northern Hemisphere’s host nations from November 1-29.
England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and France will all host a string of world rugby’s biggest names as the sport’s traditional November internationals return for another enthralling edition.
Here, Sports News Blitz previews the drama and offers a full breakdown of matches, including dates, kick-off times, and venues.
Michelle Agyemang and Chloe Kelly send England to Euro 2025 final: Five talking points from extra-time win over Italy
On Tuesday, July 22, Geneva was the stage for yet another cinematic Lionesses comeback as England edged Italy 2-1 after extra time in Tuesday’s semi-final.
Italy’s Barbara Bonansea struck first in the 33rd minute, seemingly heading to their first final since 1997.
However, Michelle Agyemang’s stoppage-time equaliser and Chloe Kelly’s rebound winner in the 119th ensured England will contest their third consecutive major final.
Here, Sports News Blitz content deputy editor Nicole Powell gives us five sharp talking points from another roller-coaster night.
Four left standing: Italy, England, Spain, and Germany set up blockbuster 2025 Women’s Euro semi-finals
The quarter-finals of the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championship delivered on every front - drama, grit, and just enough chaos.
Switzerland’s knockout stage offered a fresh layer of intensity, and now only four remain. Italy, England, Spain, and Germany will battle it out for a place in the final, each with a very different story so far.