Steve Tandy speaks of his excitement at being able to recall Saracens prop Rhys Carre to his first squad as Wales head coach.

Wales recall Louis Rees-Zammit for their autumn Tests, two years after he last played for his country and switched from rugby to American football.

Emily Scarratt retires at the age of 35 after a glittering career which saw her win two World Cups, 11 Six Nations titles and become England women's record points scorer.

Uncapped forwards Alexander Masibaka, Liam McConnell and Harri Morris are named in Scotland's autumn internationals squad.

John Fogarty insists Ireland's coaches are not concerned about the squad's form before next week's Test against New Zealand in Chicago.

Gloucester Rugby announce plans for an investment offer to "protect the future of the club".

Head coach Alan Dickens is enthused by some of Newcastle Red Bulls' new players despite their winless start to the Prem season.

Emeka Ilione's ball-carrying ability has been praised by England coach Steve Borthwick after Saracens number eight Tom Willis slipped out of Test contention.

The next big thing, the revival of a Prem superpower and a welcome return feature in an enthralling round of top-flight action.

New Wales coach Steve Tandy will name his first squad for the autumn internationals on Tuesday.

Connacht wing Mack Hansen is ruled out of Ireland's squad for the autumn internationals.