Lock Thibaud Flament will miss France's Six Nations opener against Ireland next month because it clashes with his wife's fertility treatment.

Wales' players have given Welsh rugby bosses a deadline of 6 February to provide clarity on what will happen next season.

Former England captain Jamie George is to retire at the end of 2027 after agreeing a one-year contract extension with Saracens.

Prem Rugby extend their free-to-air broadcast deal with ITV for a further two years.

Andy Farrell has named his Ireland squad for the 2026 Six Nations, but what are the big talking points from his selection?

Leicester Tigers sign lock Elliott Stooke from Japanese side Red Hurricanes for next season.

Georgia prop Nika Abuladze is to rejoin Exeter in the summer from French side Montpellier.

Boss Phil Dowson warns Northampton Saints to beware a Sale Sharks side intent on "righting wrongs" when they meet at Heywood Road on Saturday.

France's all-time top try-scorer Damian Penaud is a shock omission from the defending champions' Six Nations squad.

Australia have continued their rugby league recruitment drive with the capture of Kangaroos star Angus Crichton.

Northampton lock JJ van der Mescht's gainline power and 23-stone frame is fuelled by just one meal a day.