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.

‘It’s a great challenge’ – Red-hot Leinster embracing La Rochelle match up in Champions Cup final replay

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen is embracing the task of facing La Rochelle in the Champions Cup quarter-final in Dublin next weekend.

Ireland star scores hat-trick as Leinster dispose of Leicester to set up La Rochelle clash

Jamison Gibson-Park scored a first-half hat-trick as Leinster saw off Leicester Tigers 36-22 in their Champions Cup round of 16 clash in Dublin.

Bordeaux-Begles v Saracens: Five takeaways from the Champions Cup clash as France’s backline stars light up the last-16

Five takeaways from Bordeaux-Begles’ 45-12 victory over Saracens in the Champions Cup.

Saracens dumped out of Champions Cup by rampant Bordeaux-Begles in era-ending defeat

Bordeaux-Begles made a statement of intent as they thumped Saracens in the Investec Champions Cup round of 16, winning 45-12 on Saturday.

England internationals steer Exeter Chiefs to nail-biting Champions Cup win over Bath

Exeter Chiefs were made to dig deep to defeat Bath Rugby 21-15 in their Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash at Sandy Park on Saturday.

Edinburgh and Ospreys among winners as home teams continue Challenge Cup sweep

There were wins for Edinburgh, Ospreys, Benetton and Clermont over Bayonne, Sale Sharks, the Lions and Cheetahs in the Challenge Cup on Saturday.

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

RG Snyman's numbers at Munster are not pretty.

Finn Russell suffers concerning injury after awkward breakdown clearout during Champions Cup clash

A blow for Finn Russell, Bath and potentially Scotland.

Marcus Smith shines as Harlequins win Champions Cup thriller against Glasgow Warriors

Marcus Smith shone for Harlequins in their 28-24 victory over Glasgow Warriors that books their passage into the Champions Cup quarter-finals.

Harlequins v Glasgow: Five takeaways as ‘marvellous’ Marcus Smith inspires famous Champions Cup win over wasteful Warriors

Our five takeaways from a thrilling Investec Champions Cup clash at the Stoop.

Gloucester survive late scare against Castres to secure Challenge Cup quarter-final spot

Gloucester booked their place in the last-eight of the Challenge Cup after beating Castres 30-25 in a three-try success at Kingsholm on Friday.

Matthieu Jalibert and Owen Farrell miss crunch Champions Cup clash as Saracens star sustains ‘minor injury’

A hammer blow for both teams ahead of the crunch Investec Champions Cup clash.

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.

Harlequins star keen to play for Springboks but won’t rule out England option

Despite having ambitions of playing for South Africa at Test level, Harlequins' Tyrone Green has not closed the door on representing England one day.

Iain Henderson back to lead Ulster while Bundee Aki returns for Connacht in Challenge Cup

Check on the team news for the Challenge Cup round of 16 games, with one game on Friday, four on Saturday and three taking place on Sunday.

Glasgow Warriors welcome star Scotland centre back as Harlequins beef up pack for Champions Cup knockout

The Investec Champions Cup round of 16 action gets underway on Friday with Harlequins facing Glasgow Warriors at the Twickenham Stoop.

‘Class’ England wing rewarded for strong form with new three-year deal

Robust England international wing Joe Cokanasiga has signed a new deal with Bath that will keep him in the Premiership for three more years.

Saracens announce second fly-half signing to fill Owen Farrell void

Saracens have scooped up one of the Premiership's rising stars.

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.

Star forwards return to bolster Gloucester’s pack for Challenge Cup clash with Castres

The Challenge Cup knockout stages start with an Anglo-French contest as Gloucester take on Castres at Kingsholm for a place in the last eight.

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.

Bristol Bears sign experienced English-qualified prop to fill Kyle Sinckler’s void

The Bristol Bears have announced the signing of an experienced English-qualified prop to fill Kyle Sinckler's void ahead of the 2024/25 season.

‘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.

‘Exceptional’ England star inks new deal at Premiership club

England and Bath flanker Sam Underhill has signed a new two-year contract with the Premiership outfit until the end of the 2025/26 season.

Saracens recruit English-qualified Crusaders star to fill Owen Farrell void

Saracens have confirmed the signing of the highly-rated Crusaders star.

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.

Saracens dealt hammer blow ahead of Champions Cup tie as in-form back-row suffers season-ending injury

Saracens have been dealt a major blow ahead of their Investec Champions Cup round of 16 clash with Bordeaux-Begles at Stade Chaban-Delmas.

Respected Premiership boss angered by World Rugby ‘madness’ over law tinkering

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter believes that World Rugby are getting it wrong.