Parra just boot-iful, Savea’s scoring feats and finalists reunited – Top 14 in Opta numbers
Ahead of the opening round of fixtures in the 2018-19 season, we pick out some of the best statistics surrounding the Top 14.
Mostert returns as Springboks prepare for physical Pumas
South Africa boss Rassie Erasmus has made just one change for Saturday's game against Argentina, with Franco Mostert recalled.
Cheika rubbishes Hansen’s Whitelock disrespect claim
Michael Cheika says it is "a little bit of a stretch" for opposite number Steve Hansen to claim Australia lacked respect in Sydney.
Under-fire Cheika picks Alaalatoa and Sio
Two players could make their Australia debuts against New Zealand in Auckland as Michael Cheika responds to a limp defeat in Sydney.
All Blacks would welcome Ponga code switch, says Hansen
Were Kalyn Ponga to leave rugby league for rugby union, New Zealand would be likely to consider selecting him, Steve Hansen has said.
RFU upholds Cipriani charge
Danny Cipriani has escaped further punishment from the Rugby Football Union over his conduct during an incident in Jersey this month.
Cipriani to make Gloucester debut despite impending RFU hearing
He faces an RFU disciplinary hearing on Wednesday but Danny Cipriani has still been named in Gloucester's XV for his debut on Thursday.
Heyneke’s Stade Francais have biggest player budget
French powerhouse Stade Francais, coached by former Bok coach Heyneke Meyer, boasts the biggest player budget ahead of the 2018/2019 French Top 14 season.... Read more
‘Crazy’ Cheika his own toughest critic
The knives are being sharpened for Michael Cheika, but Australia's coach insists he is more demanding of himself than any observer.
England captain Hartley ready for return
Having been out of action with concussion since the Six Nations in March, Dylan Hartley is content he is ready for a return.
RFU set Cipriani disciplinary date despite RPA complaints
Danny Cipriani is to face an independent disciplinary panel on Wednesday after being charged by the Rugby Football Union.
RPA want RFU to drop Cipriani charge
After Gloucester closed disciplinary proceedings against Danny Cipriani with a fine, the RPA does not think the RFU need to take action.
Cheika still the right man for Australia – Polota-Nau
Australia may have won just one of their last six Tests, but Tatafu Polota-Nau has no doubt Michael Cheika should remain in charge.
All Blacks must improve ‘average’ set-piece, says Smith
The All Blacks can clinch the Bledisloe Cup against Australia on Saturday and Aaron Smith wants to see improvement from their opening win.
Cipriani fined £2,000 by Gloucester
Gloucester have revealed the action they will take against Danny Cipriani following his conduct outside a Jersey nightclub.
McFarland cleared to leave Scotland and join Ulster
After negotiating an exit from his contract with Scotland, Dan McFarland will take the head coaching reins at Ulster.