Willemse recalled to experimental France squad

France coach Fabien Galthie has named 19 uncapped players in his 42-man training squad for the upcoming Six Nations tournament.

Scotland’s Laidlaw bows out

Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw has announced his retirement from international rugby.

Former French international dies

Ex-France international Ibrahim Diarra has passed away at the age of 36 after suffering complications following cardiac arrest.

Smith’s role with Italy confirmed

Franco Smith has officially been appointed as Italy’s interim head coach for the upcoming Six Nations campaign in 2020 following Conor O’Shea’s resignation.

Wales’ injury crisis deepens

Wales prop Tomas Francis has been ruled out for up to four months due to the injury he sustained after a collision with Duane Vermeulen at the World Cup.

Jones concerned about England’s Saracens

Eddie Jones is worried the Saracens players in his Test squad may choose the club over England during the Six Nations after their survival was threatened by a points deduction.

O’Shea steps down as Italy coach

Conor O’Shea has officially brought his stint in charge of Italy to an end after Italian Rugby announced that he would vacate his role with immediate effect.

Warburton joins Wales coaching staff

Former Wales and British & Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton has been added to the Wales coaching staff as they begin a new era under Wayne Pivac.

France snap up Wales’ Edwards

Former Wales defence coach Shaun Edwards has been unveiled as part of France’s backroom staff for the upcoming Six Nations tournament.

Massive injury blow for Wales and Scarlets

Defending Six Nations champions Wales received an early blow as Scarlets duo Jonathan Davies and Rhys Patchell will both be out with long-term injuries.