Sexton worry for Ireland

Star flyhalf Johnny Sexton is in doubt for Ireland's Six Nations opener against Wales after suffering another concussion.

New faces for Italy

Italy coach Jacques Brunel has included 10 uncapped players in his 30-man Six Nations squad.

Gatland gives Davies the nod

Wales coach Warren Gatland has included uncapped scrumhalf Aled Davies in an extended 37-man Six Nations squad, while recalling Tom James and Josh Turnbull.

France select sevens flyer

France coach Guy Novès has sprung a surprise by naming Fijian-born sevens specialist Virimi Vakatawa in his Six Nations squad.

Scotland retain Nel, Strauss

Coach Vern Cotter has named WP Nel and Josh Strauss in Scotland's extended Six Nations training squad.

Eddie inspired by Jonny, Pep

England coach Eddie Jones has been inspired by the attitude and approach of former World Cup-winner Jonny Wilkinson and football coach Pep Guardiola.

Novès tempers expectations

New French coach Guy Novès has lamented the lack of preparation time ahead of the team’s Six Nations opener against Italy on 6 February.