Three of England's key players all near full fitness in time for next weekend's Calcutta Cup showdown with Scotland in Edinburgh.

Pierre Schoeman has seen his fair share of disappointment in a Scotland jersey but is maintaining his belief in what the side are capable of.

Former Leicester Tigers, Harlequins and Newcastle boss Dean Richards becomes director of rugby at Norfolk club Wymondham.

Harlequins announce four short term loanees ahead of February's upcoming Prem Rugby Cup fixtures.

Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan says there is "confidence" in the players still available for Thursday's opening Six Nations match against France in Paris.

Saracens back Brandon Jackson becomes the 16th player to join Newcastle Red Bulls for next season in a two-year deal.

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Prop Jeremy Loughman will make his first Ireland appearance in two years against France in the opening game of the 2026 Six Nations on Thursday but there is no place in the starting team for James Lowe, James Ryan or Tadhg Furlong.

Coaches may need to call on more players and there might be fewer underdog stories as a new Six Nations schedule is launched.

England's 21-year-old back row is comfortable with his love-hate relationship with rugby fans.

Chris chats to Tommy Freeman and Fraser Dingwall who start in the midfield against Wales.