On this day: Dylan Hartley sent off for swearing at referee

On this day in 2013, Dylan Hartley was shown a red card for swearing at Wayne Barnes in the Premiership final between Saints and Tigers.

Loose Pass: Contrasting approaches in north and south

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

Back-rower commits future to Newcastle

Ex-England U20 star Callum Chick has agreed a new contract with Newcastle, keeping him at the club until at least the end of 2022/23.

Who’s hot and who’s not!

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

Sunday Social: Great celebrations, tries and goalkicking

It's our round-up of this week's best social media posts in rugby union.

VIDEO: Leicester Tigers v Montpellier highlights

The highlights from Leicester v Montpellier in the Challenge Cup final.

Steve Borthwick proud despite Challenge Cup final loss

Leicester coach Steve Borthwick expressed his pride at his players' showing in their defeat to Montpellier in Friday's Challenge Cup final.

Montpellier edge Leicester to claim Challenge Cup title

Montpellier are the 2021 European Challenge Cup champions, sealing their second ever major title after overcoming Leicester Tigers 18-17.

London Irish back Theo Brophy-Clews forced to retire

London Irish's Theo Brophy-Clews, who also starred for England U20s, has been forced to call time on his playing career due to concussion.

On this day: Johnny Sexton inspires Leinster comeback

Ten years ago today, Johnny Sexton wrote himself into Champions Cup folklore by inspiring Leinster to a victory over Northampton in the final.

Expert Witness: Ben Kay on the Challenge Cup final

Ahead of the Challenge Cup final between Leicester and Montpellier, Tigers great Ben Kay is this week's Expert Witness to discuss the clash.

Tigers and Montpellier at full strength for European final

The teams have been named for the Challenge Cup final as Leicester and Montpellier prepare to go head-to-head at Twickenham on Friday.

Mike Brown appeals six-game suspension

Mike Brown's career at Quins may not be over just yet after he appealed against his six-match suspension for stamping on Wasps' Tommy Taylor.

Sam Simmonds thanks team-mates for try-scoring record

Exeter number eight Sam Simmonds has thanked his team-mates for the role they played in helping him set a new Premiership try record.

VIDEO: Premiership highlights, Round 19

Enjoy the video highlights from Round 19 of the Premiership season.

Sam Simmonds breaks record as Exeter see off Exiles

Sam Simmonds broke the Premiership's try-scoring record for a season as Exeter Chiefs claimed a 31-12 victory over London Irish on Tuesday.

Loose Pass: Blackwash, saluting two greats & a bad call

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

‘We’re dead mate, we’re gone’ – Chris Boyd

Northampton director of rugby Chris Boyd says that their play-off hopes are effectively over after their 18-10 defeat to Newcastle Falcons.

Pat Lam hails ‘unbelievable’ atmosphere as fans return

Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam was delighted to see fans back at Ashton Gate after they comfortably beat Gloucester 39-7 in the Premiership.

Profligate Bristol still too strong for 14-man Gloucester

Bristol Bears had a number of tries disallowed but still secured a bonus-point win over Gloucester after sealing a 39-7 triumph at Ashton Gate.

Who’s hot and who’s not!

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

Albert Tuisue hits 50 for Exiles against Exeter Chiefs

There is one Premiership match scheduled for Tuesday night with London Irish hosting Exeter at the Brentford Community Stadium.

‘Marcus Smith ready to play for England’ – Nick Evans

Harlequins playmaker Marcus Smith is "definitely" ready to make his England debut, according to ex-All Blacks and Quins fly-half Nick Evans.

Dual-code international Kyle Eastmond retires

Former England, Leicester Tigers, Wasps and Bath back Kyle Eastmond has announced his immediate retirement from professional rugby.

Exeter Chiefs bolster front-row stocks

Exeter Chiefs have bolstered their front-row stocks by signing promising New Zealand front-row Josh Iosefa-Scott ahead of the 2021/22 season.

Sunday Social: Retirement, reunions and opening up

It's our round-up of this week's best social media posts in rugby union.

Fans return for Premiership double header on Monday

Bristol Bears host Gloucester while Newcastle Falcons take on Northampton Saints in Monday's two Premiership Rugby encounters.

Leicester Tigers boss hails ‘outstanding’ Ellis Genge

Leicester prop Ellis Genge was showered in praise by head coach Steve Borthwick after his showing in the Premiership win over Harlequins.

Dan Robson calls for consistency after Wasps red card

Scrum-half Dan Robson wants consistency from officials after a Wasps team-mate was red carded in their Premiership clash with Worcester.

Leicester withstand Harlequins comeback in thriller

Harlequins' play-off hopes were dented while Leicester boosted their European aspirations after the Tigers sealed a 35-29 win on Saturday.