Six Nations: Wales favourites but France still in the hunt

As the Six Nations moves into its final (official) weekend, the result is far from a foregone conclusion with France and Wales both still in the running.

Stuart Hogg at flyhalf as Scots look to bounce back

Mercurial Scotland captain Stuart Hogg has been named at flyhalf for his side’s clash with Italy in Edinburgh.

Stander shifts to flank for Ireland swansong

CJ Stander has been named at blindside flank in his last game for Ireland as coach Andy Farrell rejigs his side to face England in Dublin.

Savea names Springbok as player he most wants to play alongside

In an Instagram Q&A with his fans, All Black flank Ardie Savea named the rugby player he would most like to play alongside one day.

‘Too small’ Stander will leave hole too big for Ireland to fill

The impact CJ Stander has had on Irish rugby has been immense and his pending exit from the Emerald Isle will leave a gaping void, writes ANDRE-PIERRE CRONJE.

Hougaard poised to join Wasps

Former Springbok scrumhalf Francois Hougaard is reportedly on the verge of completing a transfer move away from Worcester Warriors to Wasps.

Watch: How Jesse Kriel sustained serious head injury

Footage has emerged showing how Springbok centre Jesse Kriel sustained a serious head wound that left him in need of multiple stitches.

Velleman out as Div overhauls EP for Griquas clash

EP Elephants coach Peter de Villiers has rung the changes to his side ahead of Wednesday’s clash with Griquas in Gqeberha.

Jones: Farrell back to his ‘belligerent aggressive self’

Eddie Jones has revealed that captain Owen Farrell was under strict instructions not to engage with the referee against France in an ongoing effort by England to improve their discipline.

Ireland steal it at the death against Scotland

A late penalty by flyhalf Johnny Sexton secured a hard-fought 27-24 victory for Ireland against a spirited Scottish side in Edinburgh.