World Rugby would help any nation which wants to switch a Six Nations match to the United States as it continues its drive to spread the game stateside.

Holly Aitchison will win her 50th England cap when she starts at fly-half in the Red Roses WXV opener against Australia on Saturday in Manchester.

Fraser Dingwall says his omission from England's past two squads is "disappointing", but does not make a return impossible.

Scrum-half Rhea Clarke will make her first start when Scotland begin their WXV Series campaign against Canada, while Evie Gallagher returns on the openside flank.

Dragons set target of making the United Rugby Championship play-offs after avoiding being cut under Welsh Rugby Union plans.

England head coach Steve Borthwick's extra six months buys time but doesn't indicate reserves of confidence from his Rugby Football Union employers.

Rising star Amy Williams trades the Cardiff City bluebird for the three feathers of Welsh rugby.

Ulster forwards coach Clarke Dermody praises Joe Schmidt's "amazing eye for detail" as he settles into his role at the Affidea Stadium.

Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says England's rules on selecting only home-based players are the right thing for the domestic game.

Ugo and Chris chat to RFU performance director Conor O'Shea.

Former Wales and Lions wing Shane Williams says pathways support for schools and colleges from the Welsh Rugby Union is "almost non-existent".

Exeter boss Rob Baxter hopes full-back Tommy Wyatt can return to his best form after overcoming his second serious knee injury.