Marcus Smith came off the bench to score one of England's seven tries as they beat Italy 47-24 for a bonus-point win at Twickenham on Sunday that maintained their Six Nations title hopes heading

in Cardiff, Wales, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. (Joe Giddens/PA via AP) France’s Louis Bielle-Biarrey in action, during the Six Nations rugby union match between Italy and France at the Olympic stadium, in Rome, Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025. (Alfredo Falcone ...

Ireland ’s pursuit of a third successive victory in the Six Nations is no longer in their hands following their 42-27 defeat to France at the Aviva Stadium. They will need favours from their Celtic cousins Scotland and Wales if they are to win a third successive title.