Rugby News

Chris Ashton says a combination of his England exile and treatment by the rugby authorities compelled him to swap Saracens for Toulon.

James Haskell and Jack Clifford remained at home for assessment on Monday as the rest of England's Six Nations squad flew out to Portugal.

Munster director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has distanced himself from reports linking him with a return to his native South Africa to coach the Springboks.

Stuart Hogg believes Scotland are ready to match Glasgow's progress in Europe after finally shaking off the fear factor.

St Helens have cited Widnes prop Manase Manuokafoa for the tackle that looks to have condemned scrum-half Matty Smith to a lengthy lay-off.

Salford owner Marwan Koukash has called off his feud with the Rugby Football League.

Wales' star No 8 Taulupe Faletau is "progressing well" from his latest injury, says assistant coach Robin McBryde.

Italy have secured in-demand Brendan Venter as defence coach until the 2019 World Cup.

Will Greenwood sings the praises of Dr Sherylle Calder who will reprise her role as England's visual awareness coach.

Glasgow players take a bow after demolishing Leicester 43-0 to make the Champions Cup quarter-finals for the first time.

Stuart Barnes examines Europe's quarter-finals while questioning Connacht's decision to shun a drop goal against Toulouse.

Ireland have named uncapped Munster trio Niall Scannell, Rory Scannell and Andrew Conway in a 40-man squad for the first two rounds of the Six Nations.

Joe Large reviews the final weekend of European Champions Cup group matches.

1. Tony Woodcock – I played against the All Blacks in the last two World Cups and every time he was great. A good all round loosehead who carries like a back rower. 2. Dane Coles – He's just an awesome player who was...

Wasps have re-signed hooker Carlo Festuccia until the end of the season.