London Irish: Australia pair Nick Phipps and Curtis Rona to join club next season http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

London Irish confirm Australia internationals Nick Phipps and Curtis Rona will join the club next season.

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Six Nations 2019: Can France end their nine-year drought? http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport looks at the problems France have faced since their last Six Nations title way back in 2010, and whether Les Bleus are now on the up again.

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Flanker Graham will 'bring passion and pride' to Scotland - Townsend http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Newcastle flanker Gary Graham will bring "pride and passion" to Scotland if he makes his debut off the bench against Italy, says Gregor Townsend.

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France v Wales: Alun Wyn Jones says his team will face 'the most French side we have played against' http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Captain Alun Wyn Jones says Wales will face "the most French side we have played against" after coach Jacques Brunel selected a huge forward pack.

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From Wales Under-16s basketball to the Welsh national rugby team http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

New Wales Six Nations scrum-half Tomos Williams recalls his journey from the basketball court to the Six Nations.

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'Praise can make you weak' - Jones says Ireland must cope with pressure of being best in world http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones says Ireland must cope with the pressure of being the best team in the world when his England side take on the Six Nations champions.

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Ireland-England game will not be boring - Schmidt http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt says spectators will be entertained in Saturday's Six Nations game despite the comments coming from the England camp.

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Six Nations: Scotland v Italy team news, match preview and key statistics http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news, match preview and statistics for Saturday's Six Nations match between Scotland and Italy at Murrayfield.

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Ireland coach Schmidt laughs off England's 'boring' jibe http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt describes England's 'boring' jibes as banter as he predicts an exhilarating Six Nations opener in Dublin.

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Nowell relishing 'golden ticket' free role for England in Dublin http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England Jack Nowell tells Rugby Union Weekly that coach Eddie Jones has given him a "golden ticket" to get involved in close quarters against Ireland.

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Women's Six Nations 2019: Two changes for Wales v France http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Head coach Rowland Phillips makes two changes to his starting line-up for Wales Women's Six Nations opener against France.

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Six Nations: France v Wales team news, preview and stats http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news, match preview and statistics for Friday's opening Six Nation match between France and Wales at the Stade de France.

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Six Nations: Things you might not know about the Six Nations tournament http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ahead of the 2019 Six Nations, we take a look at some facts you probably didn't know about the tournament.

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Six Nations 2019: Henshaw named at full-back for Ireland against England http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Robbie Henshaw switches from his usual midfield role to full-back for Ireland's opening Six Nations match against England.

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Scotland hand centre Johnson debut against Italy http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Glasgow centre Sam Johnson will make his Scotland debut in their Six Nations opener against Italy, with Gary Graham and Jake Kerr on the bench.

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Watch: Wales' Lewis inspired by bodybuilder brother Flex http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

James ‘Flex’ Lewis has won seven consecutive Mr Olympia titles and sister Ffion is aiming for the very top of the rugby world.

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Scotland women 'fitter, faster, stronger' as Six Nations campaign starts http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland's women will be a "fitter, faster, stronger" team for the 2019 Six Nations, says head coach Shade Munro.

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Ireland v England: Manu Tuilagi starts in Six Nations opener http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England centre Manu Tuilagi makes his first Six Nations start since 2013 in the team to face defending champions Ireland on Saturday.

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'Sheriff' Owens proves nice guys can win before record Wales appearance http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ken Owens, known as the Sheriff of Carmarthen, proves a popular winner as he sets Wales appearance record for a hooker.

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Romain Ntamack? I remember his old man on Jonah Lomu Rugby, says Hadleigh Parkes http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales' Hadleigh Parkes will line up opposite Romain Ntamack on Friday - a player whose father Emile was in a video game he used to play.

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Ulster sign Australia second row Sam Carter from ACT Brumbies http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ulster reveal that Australia international second row Sam Carter will join the province from ACT Brumbies this summer.

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Simon Hammersley: Newcastle Falcons full-back signs new deal http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Newcastle full-back Simon Hammersley signs a new two-year contract with the Premiership side.

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England have target on backs in Women's Six Nations http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England's newly professional squad are under pressure to take the title from Grand Slam champions France, while Wales and Scotland seek to show progress.

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Ireland v England: Tadhg Furlong and Kyle Sinckler's battle at prop http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England's Kyle Sinckler and Ireland's Tadhg Furlong will be to the fore at tight-head when the countries meet in the Six Nations in Dublin on Saturday.

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Six Nations: Relive Scotland's dramatic win over Italy in Rome last year http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Greig Laidlaw's 79th-minute penalty denied Italy their first Six Nations victory since 2015 as Scotland claimed a dramatic 27-29 victory in Rome.

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Six Nations: Relive some magic moments from the 2019 event http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Watch the best moments from last year's Six Nations, including Johnny Sexton's dramatic drop goal which contributed to Ireland's third Grand Slam win.

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Youngs promises England will be 'smarter' than in 2017 http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ben Youngs says England "have to win on the floor and in the air" when they meet Ireland in the Six Nations in Dublin on Saturday.

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World Cup glory? Ireland simply want to keep on improving http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

If Ireland keep improving they should win the World Cup, says former captain Paul O'Connell, but first they face a tricky Six Nations title defence.

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Six Nations: Robbie Henshaw could start at full-back for Ireland against England http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Robbie Henshaw could be a surprise inclusion at full-back when Ireland begin the defence of their Six Nations title against England.

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Matt Gallagher: Saracens full-back extends deal to summer of 2020 http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Academy product full-back Matt Gallagher signs a one-year contract extension at Saracens which will expires in 2020.

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Women's Six Nations: England's Emily Scarratt fit to face Ireland http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England centre Emily Scarratt has recovered from a hamstring injury in time for Friday's Women's Six Nations opener against Ireland.

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Six Nations 2019: Tomos Williams wins Wales nine spot against France http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scrum-half Tomos Williams makes his Six Nations debut for Wales in the tournament opener against France in Paris on Friday.

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Ross Chisholm: Harlequins back agrees new contract http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Harlequins back Ross Chisholm has signed a new undisclosed-length contract with the Premiership club.

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France teenager Ntamack to make debut against Wales http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

France name 19-year-old centre Romain Ntamack to face Wales in Friday's Six Nations opener in Paris.

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Six Nations: Ireland star Jacob Stockdale unfazed by marked man status http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

2018 Six Nations player of the championship Jacob Stockdale knows he will have "a target on my back" in this year's tournament.

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When talent trumps size - Wales wing Joyce preparing for Women's Six Nations http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

After being told she was "too small" to play rugby, Jasmine Joyce reflects on being an Olympian, a Commonwealth athlete and Wales international.

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Eight questions for the Six Nations - plus vote on who will win http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Who will be the breakout stars? How have England changed their style? Do Ireland have any weaknesses? And, crucially, who will win? BBC pundits answer all.

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'Positive and productive' talks held over rugby calendar shake-up http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

World Rugby say "positive and productive" meetings have taken place as rugby union bosses plan a radical shake-up of the international calendar.

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Injured England centre Te'o out of Six Nations opener against Ireland http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Worcester centre Ben Te'o is ruled out of England's Six Nations match with Ireland on Saturday with a side strain.

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Ireland forwards coach Simon Easterby plays down John Mitchell's 'bore' comments http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ireland forwards coach Simon Easterby says there is "not much to read into" comments made by England defence coach John Mitchell.

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McInally backs Scotland's uncapped hooker trio http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland's Stuart McInally says the uncapped trio that offer cover for him at hooker in the Six Nations opener are all "quality players".

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Alex Dunbar joins Newcastle Falcons from Glasgow Warriors on loan http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Newcastle Falcons sign Scotland centre Alex Dunbar from Glasgow Warriors on loan for the rest of the season.

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New faces on bench for Ireland women's opener http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ireland women's coach Adam Griggs names his side for the Six Nations opener at home to England on Friday.

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Hadleigh Parkes column: Hoping for a special night in Paris http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales centre Hadleigh Parkes is hoping to start his second Six Nations with a first trip to the Stade de France.

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Ireland skipper Best aims to sign off with World Cup success http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

As he prepares for what is expected to be his final Six Nations, captain Rory Best still has more he wants to achieve with Ireland.

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James Lang: Harlequins' Scotland back signs new deal with Premiership club http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland back James Lang signs a new contract with Premiership side Harlequins.

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England's Hughes learned lesson after rogue tweet http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England number eight Nathan Hughes says he has "learned his lesson" after a rogue tweet cost him two caps in the autumn.

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Six Nations quiz: How much can you remember from 2018? http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Controversy in the tunnel, coaches taking aim at players and touchline kisses - test your knowledge of the 2018 Six Nations.

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John Mitchell: England defence coach says Ireland will 'bore' England http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Grand Slam champions Ireland will look to "bore" England in Dublin on Saturday, says England defence coach John Mitchell.

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Six Nations 2019: England game must be momentum builder - Earls http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Keith Earls says that Ireland's Six Nations opener against England will be a "brutal" encounter and it is crucial England do not catch them off guard.

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Kyle Cooper: Newcastle Falcons hooker signs new contract to 2022 http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Hooker Kyle Cooper agrees a new three-year contract with Premiership club Newcastle Falcons until 2022.

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Scotland on path to achieving something special - Hogg http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Stuart Hogg says he "truly believes" Scotland can win the Six Nations and end a 20-year wait for a title.

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Six Nations 2019: Wales trio set for France fitness boost http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales forwards coach Robin McBryde says injury concerns Gareth Davies, Ross Moriarty and Liam Williams will be fit to face France.

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Danny Care: Harlequins extend England scrum-half's contract by two years http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England scrum-half Danny Care signs a new two-year deal contract with club side Harlequins.

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Six Nations 2019: Scotland call up Glasgow's McDowall and Hughes & Edinburgh's Pyrgos http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland call up Glasgow duo Stafford McDowall and Rory Hughes and Edinburgh scrum-half Henry Pyrgos as they prepare for Saturday's Six Nations opener with Italy.

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Premiership: Ring-fencing, promotion and relegation question that will not go away http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Premiership dreams and financial fears - why ring-fencing remains the question that will not go away in English rugby.

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Leinster welcome mid-season break after 'long block of games' http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen is using his the mid-season break to prepare for their play-off matches after the Six Nations.

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Warren Gatland relishing final Six Nations with Wales http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland looks ahead to the 2019 Six Nations and the World Cup that follows, also reflecting on his time in charge of Wales.

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Craig Quinnell: Star of Wales' 1999 win in Paris recalls a special time http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Craig Quinnell tells Scrum V his memories of helping Wales beat France in Paris in the 1999 Five Nations.

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Jack Clifford: England forward signs new Harlequins contract http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England back-row forward Jack Clifford signs a new three-year contract with Harlequins.

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Wales captain Jones 'disappointed' by contract delay http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones says it is "disappointing" that talks with players over new contracts have been delayed by the restructuring of regional rugby.

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Gatland praises 'special' scrum-half Williams http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland says scrum-half Tomos Williams can become a "special" player ahead of the Six Nations opener in France on 1 February.

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Six Nations transfer market: Which player from a rival team would each country want? http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

The Rugby Union Weekly team of Ugo Monye and Chris Jones choose which player from another nation they would transfer into each side.

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Watch: The opposition player the Six Nations coaches would pick http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Chris Jones and Ugo Monye ask the Six Nations coaches which player from another nation they would have in their side.

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Luke James: Sale's teenage centre signs new long-term contract with Sharks http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Teenage Sale Sharks centre Luke James signs a new contract, tying him to the Premiership club until 2024.

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Exeter Chiefs: New deals for Phil Dollman, Ollie Devoto and Olly Woodburn http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs duo Ollie Devoto and Olly Woodburn sign new two-year contracts, while Phil Dollman pens a one-year deal.

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Scotland lose World Sevens quarter-final to USA http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland lose 19-14 to eventual finalists USA after reaching the quarter-finals of the Hamilton leg of the World Rugby Sevens series.

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Tyrrells Premier 15s: Harlequins Ladies beat Wasps in tight game to stay second http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Harlequins Ladies earn a hard-fought win at Wasps to stay second in the Tyrrells Premier 15s table behind leaders Saracens.

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Pro 14: Southern Kings v Edinburgh (Sat) http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Uncapped Scotland trio Dave Cherry, Luke Crosbie and Chris Dean return to face Southern Kings.

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Will Cliff: Sale Sharks scrum-half agrees new contract until 2022 http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Sale scrum-half Will Cliff signs a new contract to stay at the Sharks until the summer of 2022.

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World Rugby Sevens: England and Wales knocked out in Hamilton http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England and Wales are knocked out of the latest leg of the World Rugby Sevens series in Hamilton, New Zealand.

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Neath handed over to finance company http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Neath RFC ownership is handed over to the finance company which brought a winding-up petition against the club before Christmas.

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Lee Dickson: Former England, Northampton and Newcastle scrum-half to retire http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Former England, Northampton and Newcastle scrum-half Lee Dickson will retire at the end of the season.

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Premiership Rugby Cup: Tom Varndell to start for Leicester Tigers at Northampton Saints http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Tom Varndell will make his first Leicester start for nearly a decade in the Premiership Rugby Cup on Saturday.

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Pro14: Cardiff Blues v Connacht (Sat) http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Preview of Saturday's Pro14 game between Cardiff Blues and Connacht at the Arms Park.

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T20 Black Clash: All Blacks beat Black Caps in New Zealand exhibition cricket match http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Richie McCaw stars in T20 Black Clash as All Blacks beat New Zealand's cricketers in inaugural exhibition cricket match in Christchurch.

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Pro14: Glasgow Warriors v Ospreys (Fri) http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news and preview ahead of Friday's Pro14 game between Glasgpw and Ospreys at Scotstoun.

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Ball boost for Scarlets' Leinster trip http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scarlets have Wales lock Jake Ball back for Friday's Pro14 trip to defending champions Leinster.

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RFU tackle height trial ended after concussions rise in Championship Cup http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

The Rugby Football Union prematurely ends a trial aimed at lowering tackle heights after the number of concussions rose.

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Paddy Jackson: Ex-Ulster and Ireland fly-half set for London Irish move http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Former Ulster and Ireland fly-half Paddy Jackson is believed to have agreed a deal to join London Irish from Perpignan.

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Much-changed Ulster side to face Benetton http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

A much-changed Ulster side will face Italian visitors Benetton Treviso in a crucial game in Conference B of the Pro14 on Friday.

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England centre Joseph signs new Bath deal http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England centre Jonathan Joseph signs a new undisclosed length deal with Bath.

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Joe Schmidt: British and Irish Lions coaching role 'not on radar' http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt says the British and Irish Lions job is not on his radar as he looks to spend more time with his family

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'No cakes or candles' for Warren Gatland's final Six Nations, says Alun Wyn Jones http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones predicts business as usual - and little sentiment - for Warren Gatland's final Six Nations with Wales.

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Christian Judge: Cornish Pirates prop influencing team-mates after Saracens loan http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Cornish Pirates coach Gavin Cattle says Christian Judge's influence is rubbing off on his team-mates.

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England lock Itoje signs new Saracens deal through to 2022 http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England lock Maro Itoje signs a new contract with reigning Premiership champions Saracens until 2022.

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Gregor Townsend: Scotland have 'better depth' as Six Nations' injury list mounts http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Head coach Gregor Townsend believes Scotland have "better depth" than ever to cope with injuries during the Six Nations.

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Departing Ireland coach Schmidt hopes 'dream run' can continue http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt says his team must work hard to come out on top of the 'skinny margins' that will decide this year's Six Nations.

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'Boring' Ireland want to keep making history - Rory Best http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Rory Best says Ireland will adopt the same approach to this year's Six Nations that helped them to become Grand Slam champions in 2018.

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Tom Varndell: Leicester Tigers winger not willing to accept bit-part Welford Road role http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Tom Varndell says he has no intention of playing a bit-part role after returning to Leicester Tigers for a second spell.

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Perry Humphreys: Worcester Warriors winger signs new contract http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors winger Perry Humphreys signs a new two-year contract at Sixways.

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Farrell 'confident' he will be fit to face Ireland http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England captain Owen Farrell says he expects to be fit to face Ireland in his team's Six Nations opener on Saturday, 2 February.

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Hamish Watson: Edinburgh & Scotland flanker to miss entire Six Nations with broken hand http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland flanker Hamish Watson will miss the entire Six Nations after confirmation he fractured his hand playing for Edinburgh.

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Ireland expect Sexton to face England http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt expects Johnny Sexton to be fit for their Six Nations opener against England in Dublin on 2 February.

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Six Nations 2019: Back Leigh Halfpenny ruled out of Wales' opener with France http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Back Leigh Halfpenny has been ruled out of Wales' opening Six Nations game away to France in Paris on Friday, 1 February.

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Warrior Camps: The RFU's new way to encourage women to play rugby http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport goes along to one of the Rugby Football Union's new 'Warrior Camps', which are aiming to get more women playing the sport.

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Six Nations: Bath centre Jonathan Joseph returns to England squad http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Centre Jonathan Joseph is added to the England squad heading to Portugal on Wednesday to begin preparations for the Six Nations.

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Ulster ban fan for life over Zebo abuse http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

The Racing 92 player said he was abused during his side's game in Belfast earlier in January.

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Ross Moriarty: Dragons prepare for Munster clash without concussed Wales back-rower http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Dragons are preparing for their Pro14 match against Munster on Saturday without concussed Wales back-rower Ross Moriarty.

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England's Marlie Packer on drink-drive shame http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

World Cup winner Marlie Packer talks openly about her conviction for drink-driving, fears for her England future and new role as a mentor to team-mates.

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Warren Gatland awaiting 'concrete' job offers as Wales tenure draws to close http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland says he has had no firm job offers with less than a year to go until the end of his tenure as Wales coach.

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Iain Henderson to miss Ireland's opening Six Nations games with finger injury http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ulster's Iain Henderson is set to miss Ireland's opening Six Nations games against England and Scotland because of a finger injury.

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Blair urges Scotland not to settle for 'mediocrity' http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland "can't be content with mediocrity" and must "keep pushing" to be Six Nations title contenders, says assistant coach Mike Blair.

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Josh McNally: Bath sign forward from London Irish http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Bath confirm the signing of forward Josh McNally from London Irish for the 2019-20 season.

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Three sporting Sodje brothers jailed for taking charity money http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

The ex-footballers and former rugby player siphoned off money meant to help poor African children.

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Farai Mudariki: Worcester Warriors' Zimbabwe prop signs new one-year deal http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors' Zimbabwe international tighthead prop Farai Mudariki signs a new one-year contract.

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Mike Cuddy declared bankrupt as wife Simone takes over Neath RFC http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Mike Cuddy is declared personally bankrupt as his wife Simone takes over as sole director of troubled Neath RFC.

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Sexton 'should be fit' for Six Nations opener with England http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ireland fly-half Johnny Sexton is nearing a return to full fitness ahead of the Six Nations opener against England, according to Leinster boss Leo Cullen.

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Scotland call up quartet for Six Nations as injuries bite http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland call up four players to their Six Nations squad after injuries to several players including open-side flanker Hamish Watson.

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Jack Nowell, Henry Slade and Luke Cowan-Dickie: England trio sign new Exeter Chiefs deals http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England internationals Jack Nowell, Henry Slade and Luke Cowan-Dickie all sign new two-year deals with Exeter Chiefs.

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Lambie confirms retirement with 'persistent post-concussion symptoms' http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Racing 92 and South Africa fly-half Pat Lambie retires from rugby because of "persistent post-concussion symptoms".

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Champions Cup: Saracens and Glasgow paired again as holders Leinster host Ulster http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Saracens meet Glasgow Warriors again in the Champions Cup quarter-finals as holders Leinster face Ulster and Edinburgh host Munster.

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Ireland v England: Brad Shields a doubt for Six Nations opener http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Flanker Brad Shields is a doubt for England's Six Nations opener against Ireland after pulling out of Wasps' Champions Cup match against Leinster on Sunday.

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John Mulvihill: Cardiff Blues can be 'happy' with Euro campaign http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues can take credit from their Champions Cup campaign despite not progressing, says head coach John Mulvihill

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Premier 15s: Saracens Women maintain seven-point lead at the top http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Saracens Women maintain their seven-point lead at the top of the Premier 15s table with a bonus-point victory at Gloucester-Hartpury.

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Ireland's Sexton 'has bat phone to the ref' - England coach Jones http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England coach Eddie Jones has repeated his claim that Ireland fly-half Jonny Sexton is given preferential treatment by referees.

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Wayne Pivac: Scarlets can beat Europe's best after losing at Racing 92 http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scarlets coach Wayne Pivac insists his team can compete with Europe’s best despite crashing out of Europe with just one win from their six pool matches.

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Six Nations: England's Owen Farrell to undergo minor procedure on thumb http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England's preparations for their Six Nations opener against champions Ireland in Dublin have been hit by an injury to captain Owen Farrell.

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No reason why Edinburgh can't go further - Cockerill http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

There is "no reason" Edinburgh cannot progress further in the Champions Cup, says head coach Richard Cockerill.

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Richard Parks: Former rugby international's 'harrowing' South Pole record attempt http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Former Wales rugby international Richard Parks says his failed attempt to set a new world record skiing solo to the South Pole was a "harrowing" experience.

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Rob Baxter: Exeter's Premiership schedule ahead of Champions Cup games is 'madness' http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says the their Premiership fixture schedule if they reach the Champions Cup knockout stages is "madness".

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European Challenge Cup: Bristol Bears v Enisei-STM Krasnoyarsk http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Pat Lam's Bristol host Russian side Enisei in Saturday's European Challenge Cup tie at Ashton Gate (15:00 GMT).

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European Challenge Cup: Sale Sharks v Perpignan http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Sale Sharks host Perpignan in Saturday's European Challenge Cup fixture at the AJ Bell Stadium (15:00 GMT).

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European Champions Cup: Wasps v Leinster http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Wasps host Leinster in Sunday's European Champions Cup fixture at the Ricoh Arena (15:15 GMT).

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European Champions Cup: Toulouse v Bath http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Toulouse host Bath in Sunday's European Champions Cup fixture at Stade Ernest-Wallon (15:15 GMT).

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European Champions Cup: Castres v Gloucester http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Castres host Gloucester in Saturday's European Champions Cup fixture at Stade Pierre-Antoine (17:30 GMT).

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Lewis Boyce, Christian Judge, Will Stuart and Mike Williams: Bath sign four forwards http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Bath announce the signing of four forwards for next season, including Harlequins prop Lewis Boyce.

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Steve Lansdown: Ring-fence Premiership for three years, says Bristol Bears owner http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Bristol Bears owner Steve Lansdown calls for a ring-fenced Premiership with no promotion or relegation for three years.

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European Challenge Cup: Bordeaux-Begles v Connacht (Sat) http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bordeaux-Begles host Connacht in Saturday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Stade Chaban-Delmas (15:00 GMT).

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European Champions Cup: Saracens v Glasgow http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Saracens wing Sean Maitland will not face former club Glasgow in the team's Champions Cup pool decider on Saturday.

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O'Mahony fit for Munster's Exeter game (Sat) http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Peter O'Mahony will start Munster's Champions Cup Pool Two decider against Exeter after recovering from a rib injury.

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European Champions Cup: Leicester Tigers v Ulster http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Leicester Tigers host Ulster in Saturday's European Champions Cup fixture at Welford Road (15:15 GMT).

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Gatland interested in Lions 2021 coaching role http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland says he has had "informal conversations" over coaching the 2021 British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa.

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European Champions Cup: Cardiff Blues v Lyon (Sat) http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Nick Williams captains the Cardiff Blues for the first time as John Mulvihill makes 11 changes for their game against Lyon.

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European Challenge Cup: Pau v Ospreys (Sat) http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ospreys rest their current Wales stars for Saturday's Challenge Cup game away at Pau, with only a slim chance of being among the best runners-up.

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European Champions Cup: Racing 92 v Scarlets (Sat) http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales centre Jonathan Davies returns to captain Scarlets in their final Champions Cup match against Racing 92 on Saturday.

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European Challenge Cup: Worcester Warriors v Stade Francais http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Worcester host Stade Francais in Saturday's final European Challenge Cup group game at Sixways (13:00 GMT).

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European Champions Cup: Ulster galvanised by European successes http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Sean Reidy believes Ulster's European performances this season are galvanising the squad together following last year's turmoil.

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Ulster's 1999 European rugby heroes hold reunion to mark 20th anniversary of triumph http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ulster's 1999 European Rugby Cup heroes hold a reunion to mark the 20th anniversary of their triumph.

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Billy Vunipola: I'm tired of being injured and training by myself http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England forward Billy Vunipola says he is "tired of being injured" and "doing things by myself" after recovering from a series of injuries.

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Siale Piutau: Bristol Bears centre signs new contract with Premiership club http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Bristol Bears centre Siale Piutau signs a new one-year contract with the Premiership club.

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This is probably the strongest England squad I've picked so far - Jones http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England boss Eddie Jones believes the squad for the Six Nations opener against Ireland is the strongest he has picked in his time in charge.

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European Champions Cup: Newcastle Falcons v Toulon http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Newcastle Falcons host Toulon in Friday's European Champions Cup fixture at Kingston Park (19:45 GMT).

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European Challenge Cup: Agen v Harlequins http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Agen host Harlequins in Friday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Stade Armandie (18:45 GMT).

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European Champions Cup: Edinburgh v Montpellier (Fri) http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh go with an unchanged line-up against Montpellier at Murrayfield as they aim to land a home quarter final in the Champions Cup.

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European Challenge Cup: Northampton Saints v Timisoara Saracens http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Northampton Saints host Timisoara Saracens in Friday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Franklin's Gardens (20:00 GMT).

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Wasps sign second All Black in a week as prop Toomaga-Allen agrees terms http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Former New Zealand prop Jeff Toomaga-Allen is to join Wasps next season from Super Rugby's Hurricanes.

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Ireland v England: Dylan Hartley not in squad for Six Nations opener http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Co-captain Dylan Hartley misses out on England's initial Six Nations squad because of a knee injury.

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Jacob Stockdale: Ireland and Ulster star the world's best wing - Monye http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ireland and Ulster star Jacob Stockdale is currently the best in his position in the world, says former Lions and England wing Ugo Monye.

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Champions Ireland name uncapped Connacht trio for Six Nations http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Uncapped Connacht trio Caolin Blade, Jack Carty and Tom Farrell included in the Ireland squad for this year's Six Nations.

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Tom O'Flaherty: Exeter winger reflects on unconventional route to Premiership http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

From Blackheath to Bridgend via Montpellier - Tom O'Flaherty's unconventional route to Exeter's first team

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Six Nations 2019: Gregor Townsend - Scotland 'can win' title despite injuries http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland approach the Six Nations believing they can win the title despite a lengthy injury list, says head coach Gregor Townsend.

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Six Nations 2019: Aaron Wainwright, Patrick Vieira and Wales' French Test http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

How "starstruck" Aaron Wainwright went from a football coaching session with Patrick Vieira to Wales' Six Nations squad.

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Malakai Fekitoa: Wasps sign All Blacks centre from Top 14 side Toulon http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wasps sign All Blacks centre Malakai Fekitoa from French Top 14 side Toulon for next season.

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Saracens prop Hannah Botterman on why she looks up to Mako Vunipola and Ellis Genge http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England and Saracens prop Hannah Botterman tells Rugby Union Weekly why she looks up to Ellis Genge and Mako Vunipola.

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Six Nations 2019: Scotland include uncapped hookers Kerr, Cherry & Stewart, plus centre Dean http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland included three uncapped hookers and Edinburgh centre Chris Dean in a 39-man squad for the forthcoming Six Nations.

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It was the dream - teenage England women prop Botterman on going professional http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Saracens prop Hannah Botterman says a full-time England contract has allowed her to give up her painting and decorating job.

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Hannah Botterman: Saracens and England prop on being 'one to watch' http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Saracens and England prop Hannah Botterman tells BBC Look East about wanting to live up to her tag of being 'one to watch'.

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Ireland scrum-half McGrath out of Six Nations http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ireland scrum-half Luke McGrath will miss the Six Nations after being ruled out for up to eight weeks with a knee ligament injury.

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Allan Dell: Scotland & Edinburgh prop to join London Irish http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland prop Allan Dell will leave Edinburgh at the end of the season to join London Irish.

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Six Nations 2019: Halfpenny and Moriarty included in Wales squad http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Leigh Halfpenny and Ross Moriarty, both currently sidelined with concussion, are included in Wales' 36-man Six Nations squad.

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Sinoti Sinoti: Samoa wing extends Newcastle Falcons deal http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Samoa winger Sinoti Sinoti extends his contract with Newcastle Falcons beyond the 2018-19 season, on undisclosed terms.

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Hughes and Le Roux to leave Wasps http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Bristol will sign England forward Nathan Hughes from Wasps this summer and Willie Le Roux will leave the Ricoh Arena.

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Johnny Sexton voted Rugby Union Writers' Club personality of the year http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ireland and Lions fly-half Johnny Sexton is voted the Rugby Union Writers' personality of the year for 2018.

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Racing 'strongly condemn' alleged abuse of Zebo at Ulster http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Racing 92 condemn alleged 'racist insults' at Simon Zebo in Ulster's Champions Cup win over the French side in Belfast on Saturday.

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We want to do 'little brother' Glasgow a favour - Cockerill http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Richard Cockerill has urged fans to come out and back Edinburgh against Montpellier and help out "little brother" Glasgow Warriors.

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Gatland will not experiment in Six Nations - Williams http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Head coach Warren Gatland is "desperate" to win his last Six Nations in charge of Wales and unlikely to experiment, says Martyn Williams.

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Wales' Faletau set to miss Six Nations with broken arm http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales number eight Taulupe Faletau is set to miss the Six Nations after suffering another broken arm.

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'Nobody should have to put up with that' - Ulster coach McFarland on alleged Zebo taunts http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ulster head coach Dan McFarland says that if any supporters heard anything unacceptable during Saturday's match they should report it immediately.

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Zurabi Zhvania: Georgia prop signs new Wasps contract http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Georgia international Zurabi Zhvania signs a new deal with Wasps that will keep him at the club until the summer of 2020.

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England's Scarratt a doubt for start of Six Nations http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England centre Emily Scarratt is a doubt for the start of the Six Nations with a hamstring injury.

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Teimana Harrison: England forward signs new Northampton contract http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England back-row forward Teimana Harrison signs a new three-year contract with Northampton Saints.

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Jack Nowell: England back 'still a winger' despite impressing at 15 on Exeter return http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England's Jack Nowell says he still sees himself as a winger, despite impressing at full-back on his return for Exeter.

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Pro14: Ceri Jones to remain Dragons coach to end of 2018-19 season http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Interim coach Ceri Jones will remain in charge of Dragons until the end of the 2018-19 season, chairman David Buttress confirms.

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Ken Owens: Scarlets boss Pivac praises forward's 'heart and soul' displays http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wayne Pivac praises Wales hooker Ken Owens after his man of the match show as an emergency Scarlets number eight in the European win over Leicester.

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Crowd comments 'not on', says Racing's Zebo after defeat at Ulster http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Racing 92 wing Simon Zebo says he received comments from the crowd in Saturday's Champions Cup against Ulster that were "not on".

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Dan Biggar: Northampton boss Boyd plays down Six Nations injury fears http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Northampton director of rugby Chris Boyd eases Wales injury fears over Dan Biggar while Taulupe Faletau earns praise from his Bath boss.

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Saracens claim comeback win in Premier 15s http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Saracens come from 16 points behind to beat Harlequins and claim a seven-point lead at the top of the table.

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McGrath and Cooney add to Ireland scrum-half absences http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Luke McGrath suffers a leg injury in Leinster's win over Toulouse as John Cooney is a late withdrawal from Ulster's game with Racing 92.

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England centre Joseph set to make Bath return after nine months out http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England back Jonathan Joseph could return for Bath next weekend after nine months out injured, says the club's director of rugby Todd Blackadder.

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'I wanted to call my son Wilson... just one name, like Ronaldinho' http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Glasgow co-captain Ryan Wilson opens up on family, why there's 'no panic' at Warriors and his 'disgust' at John Barclay's TV career.

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'Why it's important to celebrate diverse role models' http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

After Stormzy highlighted the inspiration he takes from athletes like Dina Asher-Smith and Wilfred Zaha, BBC Sport's Sam Wilson picks his three inspirational sportspeople.

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Itoje back from injury as Saracens visit Lyon http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Lyon host Saracens in Sunday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Matmut Stadium de Gerland (15:15 GMT).

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Exeter Chiefs v Castres http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Exeter Chiefs host Castres in Sunday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Sandy Park (13:00 GMT).

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Matt Mullan: Wasps and England prop leaves club by mutual consent http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Injured England prop Matt Mullan leaves Premiership side Wasps by mutual consent, with immediate effect.

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Montpellier v Newcastle Falcons http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Montpellier host Newcastle Falcons in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Altrad Stadium (13:00 GMT).

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Wales' Faletau to return for Bath v Wasps (Sat) http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bath host Wasps in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at The Rec (15:15 GMT).

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European Champions Cup: Glasgow Warriors v Cardiff Blues http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Glasgow recall Stuart Hogg among 11 changes for Sunday's Champions Cup clash with Cardiff Blues, who have Tom James and Matthew Rees back.

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Taulupe Faletau: Wales boosted as back-row star returns for Bath http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Taulupe Faletau gives Wales a boost as he returns in Bath's back-row in the European Champions Cup against Wasps on Saturday.

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European Champions Cup: Toulon v Edinburgh - visitors recall seven Scotland stars http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh recall seven Scotland internationals among 11 changes as they seek to close in on qualification for the Champions Cup knockout stages.

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Scarlets v Leicester Tigers http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Scarlets host Leicester Tigers in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Parc y Scarlets (17:30 GMT).

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Connacht v Sale Sharks http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Connacht host Sale Sharks in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Galway Sportsground (15:00 GMT).

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Matt Proctor: Northampton Saints sign New Zealand centre for 2019-20 http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints sign New Zealand centre Matt Proctor, who will join in the summer from Super Rugby franchise Hurricanes.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Harlequins v Grenoble http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Harlequins host Grenoble in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Twickenham Stoop (15:00 GMT).

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European Champions Cup: Sexton and Henshaw miss Leinster's Toulouse game http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Johnny Sexton, Robbie Henshaw and Rob Kearney are absentees for Leinster's crucial Champions Cup game against Toulouse.

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European Champions Cup: Ulster's Robert Baloucoune to make first European start against Racing 92 http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Robert Baloucoune will make his first European appearance for Ulster in their crucial European Champions Cup tie with Racing 92 on Saturday.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Clermont Auvergne v Northampton Saints http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Clermont Auvergne host Northampton Saints in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Stade Marcel Michelin (20:00 GMT).

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Enisei-STM Krasnoyarsk v Bristol Bears http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Enisei-STM Krasnoyarsk host Bristol Bears in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Yug Stadium (12:00 GMT).

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Ospreys v Worcester Warriors http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ospreys start with nine Wales caps while Worcester Warriors make 13 changes for their European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture.

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Tom Varndell: Leicester Tigers winger to play for Nottingham http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Leicester winger Tom Varndell, the Premiership's all-time top try-scorer, will play for Championship club Nottingham on Saturday.

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Sam Underhill: England and Bath flanker to miss Six Nations http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England and Bath flanker Sam Underhill is set to miss the Six Nations after having ankle surgery.

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Exeter boss Rob Baxter 'surprised' Bristol's Pat Lam's criticism of his side's tactics http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter hits back at Bristol head coach Pat Lam's claims that his side are breaking rules at the line-out.

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Liam Williams: Saracens back tipped to answer Wales' Six Nations full-back call http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Liam Williams is favourite to wear the Wales 15 jersey against France with fellow British & Irish Lion Leigh Halfpenny set to miss the Six Nations opener.

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WRU ready to tackle 'difficult decisions' in Professional Rugby Agreement negotiations http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

WRU chief Martyn Phillips says difficult decisions will be made to ensure long-term success for the game's future.

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Santiago Cordero: Salary cap restrictions forced Exeter to let Argentina winger leave http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says the club could not afford to keep Argentina winger Santiago Cordero.

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European Champions Cup: Danny Cipriani named in Gloucester team to face Munster http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Danny Cipriani is set to return for Gloucester in Friday's European Champions Cup match against Munster.

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European Challenge Cup: Hallam Amos at centre for Dragons v Timisoara Saracens http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news and match preview as Dragons host Romanian side Timisoara Saracens in the European Challenge Cup on Friday.

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Six Nations: Romain Ntamack one of five uncapped France call-ups http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

France name 19-year-old fly-half Romain Ntamack among five uncapped players in their squad to start the Six Nations against Wales.

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Danny Care and Chris Ashton reveal they both have have tattoos on their backsides http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England team-mates Danny Care and Chris Ashton reveal to the BBC's Rugby Union Weekly that they both have have tattoos on their backsides.

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European Champions Cup: Ulster building on European campaign http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ulster are still in contention for a European Champions Cup quarter-final place as they prepare to host Racing 92 on Saturday.

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Ben John: Ex-Ospreys centre on 'really scary' effects of concussion http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ben John speaks about having to retire from rugby union aged just 27 - and how the sport could tackle concussion.

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Concussion: Head injuries fall in Premiership audit but length of absence rises http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

The number of concussions in the Premiership fell last season, but overall injury absences increased, an annual study finds.

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Richard Cockerill: Edinburgh win at Toulon in Champions Cup 'would be our biggest achievement' http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Beating Toulon at the Stade Mayol on Saturday "would probably be Edinburgh's biggest achievement", says head coach Richard Cockerill.

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Ross Batty: Bath hooker handed three-week ban for neck roll http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Bath hooker Ross Batty is suspended for three weeks following his red card in the defeat by Worcester Warriors on Saturday.

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Rhys Priestland: Bath's Wales fly-half to leave Premiership club http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales fly-half Rhys Priestland is to leave Premiership club Bath at the end of the season when his contract expires.

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John Hardie: Newcastle Falcons flanker signs new deal http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scotland international flanker John Hardie signs a new two-year contract at Premiership side Newcastle Falcons.

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Ben John: Former Ospreys centre retires http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ex-Ospreys centre Ben John end his playing career following a year out of the game after suffering a series of head injuries.

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Leigh Halfpenny: Wales full-back set to miss start of Six Nations http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny is set to miss the start of the Six Nations, says Scarlets coach Wayne Pivac.

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European Champions Cup: Kyle McCall suffers hamstring injury setback http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ulster prop Kyle McCall faces a spell on the sidelines after suffering "a significant hamstring injury" against Leinster.

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30 years on: When Jonathan Davies switched to rugby league http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Thirty years ago Welsh rugby union's brightest star, fly-half Jonathan Davies, made a record-breaking move to rugby league.

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Alapati Leiua: Bristol Bears' Samoa back signs extended contract to 2021 http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Bristol Bears' Samoa international back Alapati Leiua signs a two-year contract extension with the Premiership club.

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Chris Pennell: Worcester Warriors full-back signs new contract http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Long-serving Worcester Warriors full-back Chris Pennell signs a new two-year contract with the Premiership club.

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Robbie Henshaw nears return but Johnny Sexton a doubt for Leinster v Toulouse game http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Robbie Henshaw could make an earlier than expected return to training this week but Johnny Sexton may miss Leinster's game against Toulouse.

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Jake Cooper-Woolley: Sale Sharks agree deal to sign Wasps tight-head prop http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks agree to sign Wasps tight-head prop Jake Cooper-Woolley on a three-year deal.

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Who qualifies for the quarter-finals? http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

An explanation of the qualification process for the European Rugby Champions Cup quarter-finals.

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Santiago Cordero: Exeter winger to join Bordeaux Begles in summer http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Exeter's Argentina winger Santiago Cordero will move to French Top 14 side Bordeaux Begles in the summer.

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Wayne Pivac: Scarlets coach criticises 'archaic' Europe eligibility policy http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Scarlets head coach Wayne Pivac criticises European eligibility rules ahead of the final two Champions Cup matches.

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Jonathan Davies: 30 years on from the day he switched to Rugby League http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport Wales recalls the impact Jonathan Davies' switch from rugby union to rugby league had on both codes, 30 years on.

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'Speaking to someone in a suit can be terrifying' - the hidden doubts of pro players http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ben Atiga, the All Black who quit rugby at the top of his game, is using his time in a "dark place" to help Scotland's players with their mental health.

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Phil Blake: Leicester Tigers to bring back former rugby league player as defence coach http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers are expecting to bring back former rugby league player Phil Blake as the club's defence coach.

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Pay bands set to replace national dual contracts in Wales http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

A proposed new banding pay system is set to signal the end of national dual contracts in Welsh rugby with key meetings being held this week.

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Premiership 'not at war' with RFU over promotion & relegation - Ian Ritchie http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Premiership Rugby head Ian Ritchie says clubs will continue to look at scrapping promotion from and relegation to the Championship but there is no "war" with the RFU.

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Edinburgh up to second with 38-0 win http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh recorded a convincing bonus-point win over Southern Kings at Murrayfield to move into second in Pro14 Conference B.

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Danny Cipriani: Gloucester fly-half 'in talks' over new contract http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England back Danny Cipriani says he is "in talks" over a new contract with Premiership club Gloucester.

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Leigh Halfpenny: Full-back must not rush back says Scarlets team-mate Rob Evans http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales and Scarlets prop Rob Evans says his team-mate Leigh Halfpenny should not to risk his career by rushing back from concussion.

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Premiership: Wasps v Northampton Saints http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Wasps host Northampton Saints in Sunday's Premiership fixture at the Ricoh Arena (15:00 GMT).

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Fraser McKenzie signs new Edinburgh two-year deal http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh captain Fraser McKenzie signs a new two-year contract extension until 2021 ahead of Saturday's clash with Southern Kings.

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Brown to break Harlequins appearance record http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Newcastle Falcons host Harlequins in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Kingston Park (15:00 GMT).

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Sam Johnson returns to Glasgow for Benetton game http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Sam Johnson returns to the Glasgow Warriors team as they make 10 changes for the trip to face Benetton in Treviso.

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Pro14: Connacht v Munster (Sat) http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Munster's Chris Farrell makes a timely return but Connacht are without Bundee Aki for their Pro14 derby at the Sportsground.

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Pro14: Leinster v Ulster http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Ulster make 11 changes to their starting line-up for Saturday's Pro14 interpro against Conference B leaders Leinster at the RDS.

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Premiership: Worcester Warriors v Bath http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Worcester Warriors host Bath in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Sixways (15:00 GMT).

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Ospreys' Allen and Blues' Arhip face former teams http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview as Ospreys host Welsh rivals Cardiff Blues in the Pro14.

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Premiership: Leicester Tigers v Gloucester http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Leicester Tigers host Gloucester in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Welford Road (15:00 GMT).

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Premiership: Exeter Chiefs v Bristol Bears http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Team news as Exeter Chiefs host Bristol Bears in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Sandy Park (15:00 GMT).

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Pro14: Ken Owens at number eight for Scarlets v Dragons http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Wales and Lions hooker Ken Owens will lead injury-hit Scarlets from number eight when they host Dragons in the Pro14 on Saturday.

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George Merrick: Harlequins lock forward to join French side Clermont Auvergne http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Harlequins second-row forward George Merrick is to join French Top 14 side Clermont Auvergne at the end of the season.

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Glasgow Warriors: Dave Rennie agrees contract extension http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors head coach Dave Rennie has agreed a one-year contract extension at the club.

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Matt Kvesic: Exeter's England hopeful more in love with rugby than ever http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Exeter back-row Matt Kvesic says it is his renewed love for the game that has helped prompt talk of an England recall.

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Tom Varndell: Leicester Tigers winger struggled to adapt after France move http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Tom Varndell says he struggled to adapt to life in France and is pleased to be back playing in England with Leicester.

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Saracens invest in Netball Superleague club http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Saracens Rugby Club buy a 50% stake in Netball Superleague club Mavericks with the new season starting on Saturday.

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Full-time contracts can take women's rugby to next level - Hunter http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England Women captain Sarah Hunter tells the World at One that the announcement of 28 full-time professionals in the elite squad can "move rugby on to the next level".

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Sarah Hunter: Professional progress is 'game-changing' for women's rugby http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England captain Sarah Hunter says players being awarded full-time contracts is a "game-changing" move for women's rugby.

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Mark Wilson: Newcastle and England forward signs new four-year deal http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Newcastle Falcons and England back-row forward Mark Wilson signs a new four-year deal with the Premiership club.

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Leinster wing James Lowe handed two-week ban for red-card tackle on Andrew Conway http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Leinster wing James Lowe will serve a two-week suspension for a challenge on Munster's Andrew Conway in last week's Pro14 match.

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Williams return boosts Wales for Six Nations http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Versatile back Liam Williams is set to give boost Wales before the 2019 Six Nations after being named for his return from injury by Saracens.

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Premiership: Billy Vunipola to make return for Saracens at Sale http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England forward Billy Vunipola will make his return from a broken arm for Saracens in Friday's Premiership fixture at Sale.

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England Women announce 28 players on full-time contracts http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England World Cup winners Katy Daley-Mclean, Sarah Hunter, Marlie Packer and Vicky Fleetwood are among the 28 players to be awarded full-time contracts by the Rugby Football Union.

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Alex Mitchell: Scrum-half signs first Northampton Saints deal http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Northampton scrum-half Alex Mitchell sign his first senior contract, committing to the club until 2021.

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Joe Gray: Saracens hooker extends contract until 2020 http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Saracens hooker Joe Gray extends his contract with the Premiership club until the summer of 2020.

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Underhill an injury concern for Six Nations http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

England flanker Sam Underhill may struggle to be fit for the Six Nations after damaging ankle ligaments while playing for Bath.

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Tom Curry: Sale Sharks open side flanker signs contract extension http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks flanker Tom Curry signs a contract extension to keep him with the Premiership club until 2023.

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Sale's Diamond defends methods after row with journalist http://bit.ly/1MoLcWr

Sale director of rugby Steve Diamond defends his methods - and says a string of players signing new deals shows they enjoy working for him.

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