RFU Confirms Backing for Steve Borthwick to 2027
England head coach Steve Borthwick has been backed to remain in charge by the RFU following a 'challenging' Six Nations review, the union has revealed.
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Itoje Open to Lions Touring France After 2029
Will the British & Irish Lions tour France after 2029? Maro Itoje admits there is "scope" to play games against Les Bleus in the future.
George North to retire — iconic Folau lift remembered
Wednesday 29 April 2026 09:12, UK Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Following news that George North will retire at the end of the 2026 season, relive the iconic moment he lifted Australia's Israel Folau off the ground as he tried to tackle him during the second Test…
George North to retire at season's end
Wales great George North has announced he will retire from rugby at the end of the season. The 34-year-old made his Wales debut as a teenager in 2010 and began his career with Scarlets and joined Northampton Saints in 2013, where he won the Premiership.
Bristol Rout Newcastle to Move Into Fourth
Bristol moved above Exeter and into the top four of the Gallagher Prem with a thumping 52-19 win over rock-bottom Newcastle at Kingston Park.
Red Roses extend dominance despite major absentees
The question before the Women's Six Nations was whether anyone could break England's stranglehold on world rugby. Two games in, and the Red Roses simply haven't missed a beat. That's despite injuries and pregnancies ushering in a period of transition not seen for a decade.
Smith's Late Try Seals Saints; Bath and Leicester Soar
A last-minute try by England fly-half Fin Smith saw Northampton Saints snatch a thrilling 35-28 victory over Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park on Saturday afternoon.
England lose Botterman and Campbell for Six Nations
England's squad depth continues to be tested after front rows Hannah Botterman and May Campbell became the latest players to be ruled out of the Guinness Women's Six Nations.
Itoje Backs Borthwick, Says England Can Still Achieve Great Things
Maro Itoje has reaffirmed his support for Steve Borthwick, insisting England can achieve "special things" under his leadership despite an abject Six Nations.
Ellie Kildunne on body dysmorphia and recovery
England's Ellie Kildunne has opened up on her unhealthy weight loss and the eating disorder she developed during the coronavirus lockdown in 2020; Warning: contains discussion of disordered eating which some may find distressing Wednesday 15 April 2026 09:23, UK Image: England's Ellie Kildunne has…
Red Roses Return to Allianz for Six Nations Opener
It has been 196 days since the Red Roses won the Women's Rugby World Cup for the third time, putting on a show in front of a record-breaking sold-out crowd in Twickenham.
Packer Aims for Immediate Six Nations Grand Slam
Marlie Packer remembers when "a hundred fans and a couple of dogs" came to watch England play rugby. Now, the longest-serving member of the Red Roses has experienced playing in front of 81,000 people.