Wales back Louis Rees-Zammit says he is "incredibly happy" to have signed a new contract with Bristol Bears.

Versatile back Ethan Grayson signs a contract extension with Newcastle Red Bulls for the next two seasons.

Ulster captain Iain Henderson returns from a back injury against heavily-changed inter-provincial rivals Munster in Belfast on Friday.

Leicester Tigers stalwart Dan Cole will leave the club at the end of 2025 due to personal reasons.

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Dragons, Scarlets, Ospreys and Cardiff aim to start 2026 with a bang in New Year's Day derbies in the United Rugby Championship.

Newcastle Red Bulls sign Argentina second row Franco Molina for the start of the 2026-27 season.

Northampton Saints flanker Josh Kemeny signs a new contract at Franklin's Gardens.

Ospreys head coach Mark Jones says things are heading in the right direction in the quest to keep Wales fly-half Dan Edwards.

Ulster head coach Richie Murphy admits rugby is "getting slow" but does not feel the game is in need of a radical overhaul to ensure it is exciting for fans.

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