John Mitchell will continue as Red Roses head coach through to the next Women's Rugby World Cup in 2029 and Emily Scarratt joins the coaching staff.

Team-mate Gael Fickou says France have lost the best prop they have ever had after Uini Atonio was forced to retire with a heart problem.

The Ireland Rugby Social panel dive into the biggest issues facing Andy Farrell's side before next week's Six Nations opener against France.

Fixtures, how to follow on the BBC and venues as the Six Nations returns on Thursday, 5 February with defending champions France taking on Ireland.

Ireland under-20s fly-half Tom Wood is set for his senior debut when Munster travel to Glasgow in the United Rugby Championship on Friday night.

Four-cap Rhys Davies becomes the eighth Ospreys player in Steve Tandy's Wales Six Nations squad.

Bristol winger Gabriel Ibitoye signs a new "long-term" contract with the Prem club for an undisclosed length of time.

Chris, Tom English and Gareth Rhys Owen bring you their Six Nations guide to Dublin.

Ospreys to be boosted by Wales' Reuben Morgan-Williams and Gareth Thomas against Dragons at Bridgend in the URC on Saturday.

Exeter agree a deal to sign Bath centre Will Butt on a three-year contract, starting next season.

Northampton Saints announce lock Ed Prowse has signed a new contract with the club.