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Black Ferns star Demant would 'love' PWR return
Black Ferns star Demant would 'love' PWR return

New Zealand fly-half Ruahei Demant would "love" to return for another spell in the PWR as she prepares for her final game with Bristol Bears.

Nine uncapped players in Wales Six Nations squad
Nine uncapped players in Wales Six Nations squad

Head coach Sean Lynn names nine uncapped players in a new-look Wales squad for the 2026 Women's Six Nations.

Ex-Wales and Lions full-back Williams retires
Ex-Wales and Lions full-back Williams retires

Former Wales and British and Irish Lions full-back Liam Williams has announced his retirement from rugby union.

'Away end' trial to include Leicester v Northampton derby
'Away end' trial to include Leicester v Northampton derby

The Prem's trial of 'away ends' in top-flight rugby is to be given its biggest showcase yet at the East Midlands derby on 9 May.

Dweba backed to force way into Exeter front row
Dweba backed to force way into Exeter front row

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter expects hooker Joseph Dweba to force his way back into his side soon.

Jones believes Newcastle are moving in right direction
Jones believes Newcastle are moving in right direction

Newcastle Red Bulls head coach Stephen Jones believes his side is moving in the "right direction" after the narrow defeat by leaders Northampton.

'We'll be aggressive, but smart' - Gilmore on new Quins coaching ticket
'We'll be aggressive, but smart' - Gilmore on new Quins coaching ticket

Harlequins appoint Jason Gilmore as permanent head coach, with former Australia coach Robbie Deans joining as performance director from the start of next season.

Wilcock scores stunning try but Harlequins beaten by Trailfinders
Wilcock scores stunning try but Harlequins beaten by Trailfinders

Beth Wilcock scores a brilliant solo try to give Harlequins a 17-14 lead against Trailfinders, but the away side snatch victory in the final moments as Abi Burton scores to help seal a 21-17 victory at Twickenham Stoop in the Premiership Women's Rugby.

Who makes BBC pundits' Six Nations team of the tournament?
Who makes BBC pundits' Six Nations team of the tournament?

BBC Sport pundits John Barclay and Sam Warburton picks for their teams of the tournament for the 2026 Six Nations.

How England 'threw away' chance at famous win
How England 'threw away' chance at famous win

BBC Sport pundits Ugo Monye, Sam Warburton and John Barclay look at how England's lack of discipline in the final minutes of both halves led to England's 48-46 defeat to France on Six Nations Super Saturday at the Stade de France.

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