Ulster interim head coach Richie Murphy says his side were "very lucky" to beat Cardiff on Friday night.

Departing Ospreys prop Nicky Smith believes the season will be unsuccessful unless they make the United Rugby Championship play-offs.

Full-back Kayleigh Powell says winless Wales are ready to right their wrongs as they take on France in the Six Nations on Sunday.

Wales number eight Taulupe Faletau suffered another injury blow on his Cardiff comeback after a six-month injury lay-off.

Ulster escape with a vital 19-17 URC victory over Cardiff thanks to John Cooney's last-minute penalty.

Glasgow Warriors keep their United Rugby Championship play-off hopes on track with victory over the Sharks at Scotstoun.

Captain Rachel Malcolm says Scotland must get their "world class" back three into the game if they are to overcome Italy in the Women's Six Nations.

Head coach Ioan Cunningham makes seven changes as Wales seek their first win of this year's Women's Six Nations at home to France on Sunday.

Exeter winger Jodie Ounsley - Fury on the successful Gladiators TV show - is to stop playing professional rugby union.

Leicester's Premiership hopes hinge on Saturday's East Midlands derby against Northampton Saints, says Tigers hooker Charlie Clare.

Head coach John Mitchell wants his England side to continue playing "on the edge" as they close in on a sixth successive Women's Six Nations title.