Wales have set themselves a new standard after clocking up a half-century of points in their WXV opener against South Africa.

England fly-half Fin Smith says an under-par autumn would trigger fundamental questions about the team's direction.

Former Scotland scrum-half Mike Blair reveals his excitement after teaming up with Dave Rennie as New Zealand attack coach and the prospect of facing up against his home country.

Canada captain Sophie de Goede says she still loses sleep over their World Cup final loss to England last year.

Wales return to winning ways in emphatic fashion with an eight-try victory over South Africa at Cardiff Arms Park.

Northampton director of rugby Phil Dowson tells the BBC's Saints Show that the club has better chance of defending their title.

The club says there has not been enough demand for the project.

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says the Prem club has been sharing knowledge with Premier League side AFC Bournemouth.

Wales and Bristol back Louis Rees-Zammit says he will be a winger who can play full-back this season for club and country.

Hooker Bryony Field will make her first start for England as the Red Roses take on Canada, who they beat in last year's World Cup final, in the WXV Global Series