Steve Borthwick has given England the challenge of leading a final-round assault on Paris as they chase Six Nations glory for the first time in seven years.

Wales and British and Irish Lions full-back Liam Williams retires from international rugby union.

England have called up uncapped 20-year-old prop Vilikesa 'Billy' Sela for the Six Nations to cover a crop of tighthead injuries, while Exeter number eight Greg Fisilau is rewarded for his fine club form.

Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall will step down at the end of the season after 15 trophy-laden seasons in the role.

As Newcastle Red Bulls announce a raft of new signings for 2026-27 season, head coach Alan Dickens' future is yet to be resolved.

Harlequins legend Danny Care says the struggling club needs "looking at from top to bottom" and they must get their next coaching appointment right.

The 74-year-old, who also played cricket for Yorkshire, won 29 caps for his country in the 1970s.

Noah Caluori believes he needs to make his England senior debut over the next six months to stay on track for his ambition to be one of the game's great wings.

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

BBC Sport goes to Camborne to see the ambitious National Two West club hoping to climb the English rugby pyramid.