Antoine Dupont of France, right, reacts as he leaves the pitch after the Six Nations test against England. Photo / APKiwi coach Wayne Pivac is closing in on leading Wales to Six Nations glory after England earned a thrilling win over France this morning. But they have already secured a grand slam with wins over England, Scotland and Ireland and need just a draw in Paris next week to claim the Six Nations. England did them a big favour and redeemed a woeful Six Nations title defense by beating trophy favourite France 23-20 thanks to a late Maro Itoje try in an empty Twickenham. Winger Anthony Watson marked his 50th cap with his 22nd test try and England led 13-7 after a couple of Owen Farrell penalties.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 13, 2021 19:30 UTC