France’s international contingent set to ensure tough test for Irish provinces in Europe

Russell inspires French side to bonus point win over beleaguered Premiership outfit

Western province facing a full-scale second row crisis after further injuries to O’Brien and Dillane

Chairman Nigel Wray calls sanctions ‘absolutely devastating’ as other clubs back decision

Players from six countries are represented, with five of the XV from South Africa

Winger from a township in the rural Eastern Cape becomes first South African to score a try in a World Cup final

Surprises in store as World Cup casts shadow over the upcoming Rugby Championship

Leinster talented enough on pitch and smart enough off it to reclaim title next season

Leo Cullen’s men fought the good fight, but couldn’t withstand Saracens’ physicality

Johnny Sexton: “It’s not a good decision to box kick it when you cough up a 10-3 lead”

Defending champions overpowered as Saracens secure a third title

Maro Itoje will play at blindside flanker for Saracens in Saturday’s final at St James’ Park

England outhalf expected to make opening Six Nations game against Ireland after thumb surgery

Leinster coach familiar with most of the players his team will face in Champions Cup

Mark McCall’s side run in eight tries at Franklin’s Gardens

Murray’s absence keenly felt as champions run out deserved winners in brutal semi-final

New policy aimed at protecting domestic game as country has suffered ‘player drain’

England run in four tries as Springboks finish match a disorganised mess

The absence of Jonny Sexton only adds to the huge challenge for Joe Schmidt’s squad