Ruddock to lead new-look Ireland against USA

Joe Schmidt has made 14 changes to the Ireland side that beat New Zealand for this weekend's Test against the United States.

Wales start Williams at full-back for Springboks clash

Liam Williams starts at full-back, with Wales largely returning to the team that beat Australia against South Africa this weekend.

Cokanasiga starts against Wallabies, Hartley and Tuilagi on bench

Dylan Hartley is set to break the record for Test appearances at Twickenham, but the co-captain will start on the bench.

Hansen rings the changes for Italy clash

Beauden Barrett, Damian McKenzie, captain Kieran Read and Ardie Savea are the only players to keep their places in the All Blacks side.

Hogg fit for much-changed Scotland

Gregor Townsend has again shaken up his Scotland team, making eight changes for the clash with Argentina.

France to wear rainbow laces in support of Thomas following attack

A teenager admitted attacking Gareth Thomas last weekend and France will show their support for the Wales legend on Saturday.

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Jones sceptical over Pocock injury

Eddie Jones thought "here we go again" when he heard David Pocock may not be feature in the Cook Cup showdown.

Care dropped but Hughes returns for England

England will complete their 2018 programme with a clash against Australia at Twickenham.

Teenager admits assaulting Wales great Thomas

Gareth Thomas requested that the teenager who attacked him was dealt with through restorative justice.

Last-gasp Exeter penalty try shatters Bristol

Bristol led Exeter by 14 points in the second half, but Rob Baxter's side snatched a dramatic victory in time added on.

Wales legend Thomas victim of alleged homophobic attack

Gareth Thomas claims to have been targeted for his sexuality in an attack in Cardiff.

Schmidt dismisses Hansen’s Ireland World Cup favourites claim as ‘banter’

Steve Hansen declared that Ireland are the number one team in the world and favourites for the World Cup after beating the All Blacks.

Thomas at the double as France end losing streak

France secured their first win since March, Teddy Thomas helping himself to a double with Gael Fickou impressing on his return.

Stander lauds Ireland’s ‘unreal’ defence as All Blacks are thwarted

New Zealand failed to score a try in Dublin, underlining Ireland's remarkable commitment in defence as they defeated the world champions.

Let’s get it on! Cheika relishing England clash

After Saturday's win over Italy, Michael Cheika cannot wait for Australia's clash with England at Twickenham next weekend.