Returning head coach Andy Farrell includes captain Caelan Doris in his Ireland squad for the autumn internationals, but Joe McCarthy misses out.

Bristol back Tom Jordan is banned for at least the next three games after being sent off against Exeter.

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says he has not started formal negotiations with players approaching the end of their contracts.

Gloucester sign South African prop Dian Bleuler from United Rugby Championship side Sharks.

Bath lock Ewan Richards has "taken his opportunities" to impress over the past two seasons, says head of rugby Johann van Graan.

England fly-half George Ford turns down R360 to sign a new three-year contract with Prem side Sale Sharks.

Australian rugby league's governing body says players who join the "counterfeit" breakaway R360 league will be banned for 10 years.

Ashy and Sara chat to Andy Farrell about the Lions, Ireland, Owen and his love for Wigan.

Newcastle Red Bulls head coach Alan Dickens wishes he could "press the fast forward button" in an attempt to get his team up to speed in The Prem.

Wales' autumn hopefuls are poised for a final chance to impress new coach Steve Tandy before his first squad announcement.

England and British & Irish Lions scrum-half Alex Mitchell agrees a new "multi-year" contract with Prem side Northampton Saints.