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

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".

Dragons aim to secure new contract with head coach Filo Tiatia as he prepares for a second full season in charge at Rodney Parade.

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

Cornish Pirates get their Champ season off to an excellent start as they beat Doncaster Knights 45-19 at the Mennaye Field.

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.

England's remarkable winning run comes to an end as they are held to a nail-biting 26-26 draw by Canada at Sandy Park.

Four summer signings are tipped to make a big impact at Cardiff, Dragons, Ospreys and Scarlets in the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship.

Scotland suffer a second successive defeat in the WXV Global Series as New Zealand run out comfortable winners at Hive Stadium.

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