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Champions Cup talking points: ‘Painfully’ predictable home advantage, ‘different level’ Toulouse and Harlequins’ miracle

Before the action gets underway, Planet Rugby has put together some intriguing storylines for you to keep an eye on as the drama unfolds this weekend.

Champions Cup stat leaders: Destructive Fijian, elusive France star and back-row workhorse ‘pressing for Springboks recall’

A dive into the weekend's Champions Cup stats.

Investec Champions Cup Team of the Week: ‘The conductor’ runs the show as winning teams rewarded in round of 16

Following an absorbing round of 16 knockout stage in the Investec Champions Cup, we had a discussion and selected our team of the week.

Champions Cup and Challenge Cup quarter-final match officials announced as Karl Dickson handed Leinster v La Rochelle

The match officials for the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-finals have been announced.

‘It’s feasible’ – Northampton Saints eye sensational silverware double as quarter-finals loom

Northampton Saints boss Phil Dowson is looking to get silverware on two fronts this season after heading into the Champions Cup quarter-finals.

Investec Champions Cup: Quarter-final ties, times and dates revealed

The draw for the Investec Champions Cup quarter-finals have been confirmed.

English prodigy’s stunning double downs injury-hit Munster and takes Northampton Saints into the Champions Cup quarter-finals

Northampton Saints booked their place in the quarter-finals of the Investec Champions Cup after they defeated Munster 24-14 at Franklin’s Gardens.

Northampton Saints v Munster: Five takeaways as England’s best stay the course against vomiting Irishmen

Our five takeaways from Northampton Saints' 24-14 victory over Munster the Investec Champions Cup last-16 game at Franklin's Gardens.

Northampton Saints player ratings: Talented backline eventually hit their straps to cut Munster apart

Northampton Saints’ player ratings following their 24-14 Champions Cup victory over Munster.

Jake White slams SA Rugby over travel confusion after Bulls’ historic Champions Cup triumph

Bulls head coach Jake White has hit out at South Africa’s governing body.

RG Snyman ruled out for Munster adding to mind-blowing stat

RG Snyman's numbers at Munster are not pretty.

Hugo Keenan and RG Snyman passed fit for Irish giants but Owen Farrell out of Champions Cup showdown

The teams have been named for the Champions Cup last-16 ties.

Munster lose another prop as dangerous clear-out results in ban despite yellow card

Another blow to Munster ahead of the Investec Champions Cup clash against Northampton Saints.

Champions Cup talking points: ‘Finally’ heating up, ‘lethal’ Toulouse pair, title-winning credentials and officiating peace

Before the action gets underway, Planet Rugby gives you some intriguing storylines to follow this weekend.

‘I’m not stupid’ – ex-England youth star saw the writing on the wall and is open to representing Japan

James Grayson opens up on his Test future, pontentially with Japan, and reflects on his exit from Northampton Saints following Fin Smith's arrival.

Loose Pass: Referees finally begin the ‘war’ on timewasting after an ironic retirement

Loose Pass is here to delve into the major talking points in the sport.

Form guide: How every Investec Champions Cup last-16 club has fared recently

A look at every Investec Champions Cup last-16 club's recent form as the tournament returns for the highly anticipated knockout stages.

Premiership Team of the Week: Topsy Ojo picks six Saints and Marcus Smith ahead of George Ford at fly-half

Topsy Ojo picks his Premiership Team of the Week after an enthralling round of action.

Who’s hot and who’s not: Statement wins and Louis Rees-Zammit delight while more controversy hits the Premiership

Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action.

Saracens boss calls out players after champions’ chastening Premiership defeat

Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall was left frustrated after their defeat to Northampton Saints.

Owen who? Billy Vunipola produces the ‘kick of the season’ in Premiership clash

Saracens number eight Billy Vunipola showed off his kicking skills against Northampton Saints as he put boot to ball in the Premiership clash.

Six Nations stars impress for Northampton as Owen Farrell outshone by England understudy

Northampton Saints extended their lead at the top of the Premiership table following their 41-30 triumph over Saracens on Friday.

Topsy Ojo’s Premiership predictions: Top two to fall as Saracens become new leaders

Former England and London Irish wing Topsy Ojo joins us to make his predictions for the Premiership round as we once again team up with eToro.

Bristol Bears boosted as England duo return to run-on side while new signing starts for Bath

The teams have been named for this weekend's Premiership games, including Saturday's clash between Harlequins and Bath at Twickenham Stoop.

England duo ink deals with Top 14 giants as international careers put on hold

England prop Kyle Sinckler and flanker Lewis Ludlam will be playing their rugby in the Top 14 from next season after signing three-year contracts.

England stars earn starts as Northampton face red hot Saracens in Friday’s big game

The Premiership continues on Friday with Northampton Saints and Newcastle Falcons hosting Saracens and Leicester Tigers in their respective matches.

The extent of the Premiership exodus to France: 629 England caps worth of experience

Over 629 Test caps worth of experience could be leaving the Premiership at the end of the end of the season.

Premiership Team of the Week: Saracens dominate after London Derby blowout as George Chuter impressed by ‘complete ten’ Owen Farrell

George Chuter picks his Team of the Week after an enthralling round of action.

Zach Mercer puts on ANOTHER clinic as Gloucester stun Leicester while leaders Northampton hammered by Bristol

Gloucester shocked Leicester Tigers thanks to a Zach Mercer-inspired display while leaders Northampton Saints were smashed by Bristol Bears.

George Chuter’s Premiership predictions: ‘Absolute thriller’ London Derby and ‘fun’ at the Rec

Planet Rugby partners up with eToro as we ask former England, Saracens and Leicester Tigers legend George Chuter to predict each Premiership game this weekend.