The Latest Breaking News from Six Nations

Faletau says he is ready if called upon by Wayne Pivac

The Bath forward could be added to Wales’ squad after proving his fitness against Leicester

Italy have lost 34 matches in a row sparking talk of a change of participants

Southern-hemisphere giants South Africa have been linked with a move across the equator to join the Six Nations, a proposal which could cost Italy their place in the tournament

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