Leinster eyeing record high five – European Champions Cup final in Opta numbers
Saracens will attempt to deny Leinster a record fifth European Champions Cup - here are the best pre-match Opta numbers.
Richie Gray and Weir absent from Scotland squad
Scotland coach Gregor Townsend has left out Richie Gray and Duncan Weir ahead of the Rugby World Cup, calling up three uncapped players.
Jackson latest to sign for London Irish ahead of Premiership return
Paddy Jackson will leave Perpignan after a single campaign in France, joining London Irish for their return to the Premiership.
All Blacks’ Smith set for eight weeks out
Although there was no lasting damage from a chin injury, Ben Smith strained his hamstring on Saturday and will miss six to eight weeks.
Panel considering sanction after Folau found guilty of ‘high-level breach’
Israel Folau committed a "high-level breach" of Rugby Australia's code of conduct, a panel has found.
England flanker Haskell to retire after injury-ravaged season
James Haskell had looked to boost his Rugby World Cup chances at Northampton Saints but will now retire at the end of the season.
Meyer signs Stade extension
Former South Africa head coach Heyneke Meyer will remain with Stade Francais for at least another two years.
Kepu to join London Irish in Premiership
London Irish have boosted their squad ahead of their return to the Premiership, signing Australia prop Sekope Kepu.
Stade boost play-off bid with derby win at Racing, Lyon down Bordeaux
It promises to be an enthralling climax to the battle for Top 14 play-off spots after Stade Francais claimed a derby win over Racing... Read more
Wasps’ play-off hopes end in late collapse
Although their chances of reaching the play-offs were remote, Wasps still had hope until slumping in the second half at Bath on Sunday.
Australia need consistency ahead of Rugby World Cup – Gregan
He played at four Rugby World Cups and George Gregan believes Australia need to be more consistent if they are to succeed in Japan.
Jaguares weather late storm for fourth consecutive win
The Jaguares trail the Bulls and the Sharks by only a point after clinging on to defeat the Stormers.
Agen on brink of safety after win at Grenoble, Toulouse pummel Pau
Grenoble look to be heading for a relegation play-off after losing at home to their nearest rivals Agen.
Newcastle relegated as Sarries thrash Exeter
Having spent six successive years in the top flight, Newcastle Falcons were relegated from the Premiership on Saturday.
Bulls pass Waratahs test to top South African Conference
The Bulls were given a big test by the Waratahs, but came through it courtesy of Simphiwe Matanzima's try.
All Blacks’ Smith cleared of serious injury
Ben Smith damaged his hamstring and suffered a cut chin in a pulsating Super Rugby encounter at Forsyth Barr Stadium.
