Rugby News

Rhys Webb says Wales are "definitely capable" of bouncing back from their crushing home defeat against England to win the Six Nations crown.

Whitehaven coach Steve Deakin has resigned from his post just six days before the start of the new Championship season.

Leeds Rhinos coach Brian McDermott said luck had a part to play in his side's 40-30 win over Hull KR.

Hull FC boss Lee Radford was afforded an opportunity to poke fun at himself after his side beat Huddersfield 19-0 in the opening round of the 2015 First Utility Super League.

Wales Women recorded only their second victory over England Women as they ran in two tries and kept their opponents scoreless for a 13-0 Six Nations win in Swansea.

Leeds had to battle from behind to record a winning start to the season as they beat Hull KR 40-30 at the KC Lightstream Stadium.

Ian Keatley is keen to challenge Johnny Sexton for the Ireland No 10 shirt although he fully expects to lose his place for the clash with France on Saturday.

Former Leeds prop Luke Burgess was punished for a breach of discipline before his sudden exit from South Sydney, it has been revealed.