Former Wales fly-half James Hook says players should not be blamed for leaving Welsh rugby as Dewi Lake and Jac Morgan consider moving to Gloucester from Ospreys.

England second row George Martin will be followed by more signings in the coming weeks as Saracens aim to restore their glory days, says boss Mark McCall.

Christian Wade has 93 tries, eight behind Chris Ashton's Prem record of 101, as he begins his Newcastle Red Bulls career.

Ospreys head coach Mark Jones says losing Dewi Lake and Jac Morgan to Gloucester would be a massive blow to Welsh rugby.

Leicester Tigers welcome back international stars Freddie Steward and Tommy Reffell, while Leinster name Harry Byrne at fly-half for Friday's Champions Cup pool match.

The Welsh Rugby Union confirms chief executive Abi Tierney will return to fully resume her leadership position at the start of 2026.

Ben Thomas, Keiron Assiratti and Rory Thornton will bring up their Cardiff centuries against Ulster in the European Challenge Cup on Saturday.

Gloucester are set to be without centre pairing Max Llewellyn and Will Joseph for a "decent" period after they picked up injuries against Castres in the Champions Cup.

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says he is focused on retaining as much of his current squad as he can.

Wales number eight Aaron Wainwright is set to boost the Dragons' bid for a first win of 2025 against Lyon in the Challenge Cup.

Canada Women national team head coach Kevin Rouet joins Alex Austerberry's coaching setup at Saracens Women.