The Latest Breaking News from Six Nations

The Six Nations takes a break this week with eyes turning to the Premiership following the opening two rounds of action.

British and Irish Lions full-back Liam Williams was bombarded with online abuse after his next career move was confirmed, but the Wales star has learnt ignorance is bliss

There have been media reports that the Springboks were being lined up to take over from Italy in the tournament from 2025

South Africa are reportedly on course to join Europe's premier Test tournament in the near future, but Sir Clive Woodward has railed against rumours they could take Italy's Six Nations spot

After a big role with the Ireland 7s in reaching the Seville Series final, the 25-year-old and her 15s team-mates are looking for a successful championship - though she admits failing to make it to New Zealand will hurt when the finals are on in the autumn

There are reports that South Africa are set to enter the Six Nations at Italy's expense

The British & Irish Lions could decide to explore new options if the Springboks join the Six Nations, with Argentina, Japan and US all possible destinations

Italy have not won a Six Nations match for seven years, and are reportedly set to be replaced in the competition by South Africa

The Springboks have committed to playing against New Zealand and Australia in the Rugby Championship until 2025