Rugby News

Olding and Ulster team-mate Paddy Jackson had their contracts at the Kingspan revoked in April

Shocks, criticism and changes - Jenna Brooks has the latest from the NRL as the countdown to State of Origin continues.

One month, four countries, 12 sporting events and 3,965 miles in the #FANVAN!

New South Wales will field a record 11 debutants in the State of Origin opener on June 6 while Greg Inglis captains Queensland.

Former Ulster utility back Stuart Olding has signed a two-year contract with relegated Top 14 club Brive.

The 2018 Summer Bash took place over the weekend with a full round of Betfred Championship fixtures being played at Bloomfield Road.

Scotland lock Richie Gray has been ruled out of next month's tour of Canada, the United States and Argentina due to a hip injury.

Connacht have signed Fijian winger Sevu Reece from Waikato for next season.

Brad Barritt has signed a new contract with Saracens just two days after leading the club to the Aviva Premiership title.

Stuart Barnes discusses Leinster's PRO14 victory, the Aviva Premiership final at Twickenham Stadium, England's encounter with the Barbarians and more in this week's talking points.

Siya Kolisi will be the first black player to captain South Africa for a Test match after being handed the role for the upcoming series against England.

The best performers from the weekend's domestic club finals in the Aviva Premiership and Guinness PRO14 dominate Team of the Week.