Overview
- Scotland ran in seven tries to beat France 50-40 at Murrayfield, with Darcy Graham and Kyle Steyn scoring two apiece as Les Bleus’ late surge salvaged a losing bonus point.
- Ireland stayed in contention with a 27-17 bonus‑point win over Wales in Dublin, setting up a Triple Crown decider against Scotland on the final weekend.
- Italy defeated England in Rome for the first time in Six Nations history, ending a 33‑match unbeaten English run against the Azzurri and deepening England’s troubled campaign.
- France, Scotland and Ireland can all still win the title, with Ireland vs Scotland kicking off before France host England and points difference and bonus points set to decide the champion.
- Pressure intensified on England head coach Steve Borthwick after a third defeat of the tournament, while Italy’s improved form under Gonzalo Quesada raises the prospect of a higher finish.