Ireland flanker O’Brien ruled out of Rugby World Cup

Sean O'Brien, who will join London Irish later this year, is to miss the Rugby World Cup for Ireland with a hip injury.

Leinster retain Pro14 title to spoil Hogg farewell

Leinster failed to read the script as Stuart Hogg's final Glasgow Warriors match ended in a painful Pro14 final defeat.

Toulon end Castres’ reign, La Rochelle and Montpellier seal play-off spots

There will be a new Top 14 champion after Castres missed out on a top-six finish with a final-day defeat to Toulon.

Rebels have cause to celebrate, Waratahs hurt by Jaguares

Will Genia's head injury was the only disappointment for the Rebels as they thrashed the rock-bottom Sunwolves in Tokyo on Saturday.

Reds fall to ruthless Chiefs, Kuridrani stars for Brumbies

A 19-13 defeat to the Chiefs has ruined the Reds' hopes of reaching the Super Rugby finals, while the Brumbies beat the Bulls on... Read more

Cipriani named Premiership Player of the Season

While out of the England picture, Danny Cipriani's Gloucester form has seen him named the Premiership's outstanding player.

Lam signs new long-term contract with Bristol

Bristol Bears have changed Pat Lam's title to director of rugby after he signed a new deal at Ashton Gate.

Wallabies star Sio re-signs until 2022

Scott Sio signed a deal with the Wallabies and Brumbies until at least the end of 2022.

Leinster and Ireland prop Healy signs new two-year deal

Cian Healy says he is "part of something bigger than just a rugby team" representing Leinster and Ireland.

I’ve lived the dream – Wallabies legend Smith retires

After announcing his retirement following 20 years as a professional, George Smith said rugby union had "given me so much".

Folau opts not to appeal against Rugby Australia ban, still considering options

Though he has not appealed against his ban, Israel Folau is still considering his options after his contract was terminated.

Bordeaux collapse to costly defeat, Stade hopes dashed by Montpellier

Neither Bordeaux Begles nor Stade Francais can make the play-offs in the Top 14 after suffering painful defeats in the penultimate round.

Dupichot and Zebo grab hat-tricks as Racing 92 rout Perpignan

Perpignan suffered a 23rd loss in 25 Top 14 games as Louis Dupichot and Simon Zebo scored hat-tricks in Racing 92's 52-14 victory.

Chiefs finish top as Saints edge out Quins for fourth

Northampton Saints took the final Premiership play-off spot despite losing to Exeter, while Bath secured Champions Cup rugby next term.

Leinster gut out Munster win to set up Warriors final

Munster gave it a great go, but Leinster have the chance to be crowned Pro14 champions once again.

Waratahs edge out Reds, Blues end Chiefs hoodoo

The Blues kept their Super Rugby play-off hopes alive, while the Reds were beaten in a tense encounter with the Waratahs.