England assistant Richard Wigglesworth says leaving Maro Itoje out of next month's game with world champions South Africa is the right decision.

Dillon Lewis is back in the international fold after a two-year absence as Wales look to solve their problems at tight-head prop.

Wales head coach Sean Lynn says beating the Barbarians on Saturday would mean everything to his side.

The Red Roses' top stars stand to earn £100,000 with England in 2029 should they successfully defend their Women's Rugby World Cup title in Australia.

George North will finish his sparkling rugby career on Saturday when he plays for the Barbarians against his country Wales at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham.

The Gloucester-bound hooker will captain Wales in this summer's four internationals, stating with Saturday's game against the Barbarians at Allianz Stadium.

Cardiff sign Tonga back-five forward Semisi Paea from Super Rugby Pacific side Moana Pasifika

Bath attack coach Martin Gleeson leaves the club after eight months in the role.

Fit-again Alex Callender to lead from the front when Wales take on the Barbarians at Allianz Stadium on Saturday.

Harlequins appoint Brad Cooper as their new attack coach, as they reshape their backroom staff for the 2026-27 season.

Bristol Bears sign Wales back row forward Bethan Lewis for the 2026-27 season following her departure from Gloucester-Hartpury.

England captain Maro Itoje will miss England's Test against South Africa on 4 July after being left out of the entirety of the summer's Nations Championship action.