R360, the proposed global rugby series targetting the game's top stars, has pushed back its launch date two years to 2028, raising doubts over the project's viability.

Bristol centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg will be a midfield option for England from November 2026 as World Rugby rules he is no longer tied to South Africa.

Bath hope to have centre Ollie Lawrence available before the end 2025 after he picked up a hamstring injury while on England duty.

Double World Cup-winning South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus says the global game needs a strong Wales rugby nation.

Wales captain Jac Morgan faces up to five months out after surgery on the shoulder he dislocated in November's autumn series opener against Argentina.

South Africa name a formidable side for their autumn finale against Wales - with seven forwards on a powerful bench.

England wing Ollie Sleightholme hopes his injury problems are now behind him as he looks to help Northampton continue their impressive start to the Prem campaign.

Henry Arundell speaks about his return to the England setup after two years playing in France and feeling "settled" at hometown club Bath.

Tom Christie says powering Newcastle Red Bulls into a glorious new era would be full compensation for missing out on an All Blacks call-up.

Sale Sharks sign Wales dual-code winger Regan Grace on a short-term contract until February following a trial.