The opportunity to lead the British and Irish Lions in South Africa in 2021 does not appeal to England coach Eddie Jones.
The Six Nations and Rugby Championship could introduce promotion and relegation as part of planned changes to the international game.
Joe Schmidt will step away from coaching after the 2019 Rugby World Cup, but Ireland's Rory Best thinks he could return for the Lions.
New Zealand are determined to beat England to make up for drawing with the British and Irish Lions, says Steve Hansen.
A new set of initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of players have been announced by the Rugby Football Union.
Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll heaped praise on the retiring Sam Warburton after the former Wales captain announced his retirement.
Sam Warburton's retirement from rugby brought a strong response on social media, with Gareth Bale among those to wish him well.
Following Sam Warburton's shock retirement, we recap his sublime career with Opta statistics.
Sam Warburton announced his shock retirement on Wednesday, prompting Warren Gatland to laud the "outstanding" rugby star.
Wales great Sam Warburton, 29, has retired from rugby after admitting "my body is unable to give me back what I had hoped for".
Jared Payne has ended his playing career on medical advice and will take up a role as defence coach at Ulster.
After almost a year out of action due to a back injury, Leinster and Ireland's Jamie Heaslip has been forced to call it quits.
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