Experienced pair Jonny Gray and Dave Cherry return to the Scotland squad for the Six Nations, while there are places for young Edinburgh back-row duo Liam McConnell and Freddy Douglas.

Wales head coach Steve Tandy has brought back prop Tomas Francis and called up uncapped Leicester wing Gabriel Hamer-Webb.

Andy Farrell will name his Ireland squad for the Six Nations squad on Wednesday but a number of the usual contenders are struggling for form, fitness or both.

Wales coaching trio Dan Lydiate, Rhys Patchell and Duncan Jones will again be involved in Steve Tandy's backroom for the Six Nations.

Gloucester continue to strengthen their pack for 2026-27 as they sign former Bristol lock Joe Joyce from Connacht for next season.

The Welsh Rugby Union will enter a "period of exclusivity" with Ospreys owners Y11 Sport & Media to discuss buying rivals Cardiff.

Sara Cox, the world's first professional female rugby union referee, is to retire from international officiating.

Glasgow Warriors 28-3 Champions Cup defeat of Saracens shows Franco Smith's side are an elite side who are contenders for two titles this season, writes Tom English.

Exeter could be without forward Kane James for two to three months as he awaits news on the extent of an ankle injury.

Newcastle Red Bulls sign winger Fehi Fineanganofo on a two-year deal from the beginning of the 2026-27 Prem season.

Bath will play Saracens in the last 16 of the Champions Cup, while Leicester travel to holders Bordeaux and Bristol face six-time winners Toulouse away.