Henry Pollock turned down rival offers worth much more than his Northampton extension, which will earn him over £400,000 a year, says adviser Eddie Hearn.

Henry Pollock has brought an end to his contract stand-off with Northampton, saying it was ultimately "a very easy decision" to sign an extension.

Wales captains Dewi Lake and Jac Morgan prepare to make their Prem debuts for Gloucester after moving from Ospreys.

Scarlets director of rugby Nigel Davies says talk about the organisation's long-term future has galvanised his squad before the new season starts this weekend.

Shaun Edwards has started a short-term coaching consultancy role with England women.

Wales prop Sisilia Tuipulotu says selection for next year's inaugural British and Irish Lions women's tour is among her top rugby priorities.

Who will be champions? Ashy, Danny and Chris preview the new Prem season.

Ireland head coach Scott Bemand says their defeat against USA in the WXV Global Series opener at Tallaght Stadium was "a game we should have won".

Head coach John Mitchell says England's thrilling draw with Canada will inspire "greater things to come" from the world champions despite the result ending their record-breaking winning streak.

The United States stage a remarkable second-half comeback to beat Ireland 40-36 in their WXV Global Series opener at Tallaght Stadium.