Six Nations

England and France set up their destined Grand Slam decider in Women's Six Nations rugby with big road wins on Saturday.

France won back-to-back Six Nations titles after beating England 48-46 on a last-second penalty kick.

For the first time in Six Nations history, Italy has defeated England in a stunning result.

Only a week ago, England was surfing a wave of 12 straight wins. But all of that momentum and confidence built up in 12 months has been wiped out.

France ran in eight tries as they managed their highest tally of points against Wales, and recorded their biggest win in the capital.

Ireland's Six Nations slide has added an extra layer of intrigue to the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia this year.

France saw off a resilient Scotland outfit to win 35-16 and clinch the Six Nations title with a tournament try record.

France enters the Six Nations finale against Scotland with the title at stake and a host of records up for grabs at Stade de France.

A bad injury to the talismanic scrumhalf prompted France coach Fabien Galthie to cite Ireland's Tadhg Beirne and Andrew Porter.

Warren Gatland's departure as Wales coach has added an extra layer of intrigue to Australia's search for Joe Schmidt's successor.