Harlequins stun champions Saracens
A superb performance from Harlequins saw them bring an end to Saracens' winning start to the season thanks to a 17-10 triumph at The Stoop.
Itoje's undefeated run comes to an end
For the first time in 31 matches England and Saracens star Maro Itoje has lost a match he started.
Carter's Racing go down to Castres
Carter's Parisians get turned over by the Occitanians at the Stade Pierre Antoine.
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Warburton to captain Wales in the autumn
The 27-year-old Cardiff flanker is also in the frame for Lions role in 2017.
Exeter run in five tries against winless Bristol
Bristol slipped to a fourth successive Aviva Premiership defeat as dominant Exeter underlined the huge task facing Andy Robinson's team to secure top-flight survival this season.
Sexton scores on return as Leinster beat Ospreys
Johnny Sexton marked his first game of the season with 16 points as Leinster won 31-19 at the RDS to end the Ospreys' unbeaten run in the Guinness PRO12.
Howley parks Lions speculation for Wales
Rob Howley's complete focus is on Wales this season - but he could also be part of the British and Irish Lions coaching staff in New Zealand next summer.
Ulster see off Warriors to go top of PRO12
Ulster made it four wins from four with a 22-17 victory at Glasgow Warriors which lifted them to the top of the Guinness PRO12 table.
Treviso beat Dragons for first PRO12 win of season
Benetton Treviso claimed their first victory of the Guinness PRO12 campaign at the fourth attempt, winning 27-11 at home to Newport Gwent Dragons.
Saracens will not appeal Ashton biting ban
Saracens have opted against appealing the 13-week ban given to Chris Ashton for biting after stating they accept the verdict of the disciplinary hearing.
First female fourth official for Premiership
Former sports writer for the Bath Chronicle took up a full-time role with the RFU refereeing team in August 2010.
England's Wilson swaps Bath for Newcastle
England prop David Wilson has re-signed for Newcastle Falcons with immediate effect.
Ashton disciplinary panel used bite-mark photos
Photographs of the wound inflicted by Chris Ashton's teeth formed part of the evidence used to suspend the England wing for 13 weeks, the disciplinary hearing's written judgement has revealed.
Clifford to miss England's autumn campaign
Jack Clifford, a replacement back row throughout England's Grand Slam march earlier this year, will miss England's autumn campaign through injury.
Is Ashton the Balotelli, Barton or Suarez of rugby?
Chris Ashton is not rugby union's answer to Mario Balotelli, nor Luis Suarez, according to Sir Clive Woodward, but instead Joey Barton.
Bath's Rec redevelopment plans could be foiled
Bath's ambition of building a new stadium on the existing Recreation Ground site hinges on a hearing at which a small group of residents will attempt to foil their plans.
Hansen calls for Six Nations-Rugby Championship playoff
A yearly match between the winners of the Six Nations and the Rugby Championship has been proposed by All Blacks coach Steve Hansen.
Exeter prop Francis banned for two weeks
Exeter prop Tomas Francis has been banned for two weeks after admitting a charge of kicking.
Chris Ashton cops lengthy ban for biting
Winger Chris Ashton's England career was hanging by a thread after he was handed a 13-week ban on Tuesday for biting an opponent.
England fly-half Farrell set for Saracens return
England fly-half Owen Farrell could make his first appearance of the Aviva Premiership season when Saracens face Harlequins on Saturday.
Fans should just enjoy 'sensational' All Blacks
When are the New Zealand rugby public going to ease up on the All Blacks? Supporters should just sit back and enjoy the superb skill and adventure of this sensational group -- Craig Dowd writes.
Super Rugby must embrace American attitude
SANZAAR has called on Super Rugby fans to adopt an American attitude for the competition's future - but don't expect that to include a United States franchise anytime soon.
What does the future hold for Super Rugby?
SANZAAR has decided to retain the same fixture structure for Super Rugby in 2017, though the long-term future of the competition could take on any number of forms.
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Saints sign Tonga international Tuitavake
Northampton have announced the signing of Tonga international back Nafi Tuitavake.
Wales wing James signs new Cardiff deal
Wales wing Tom James has agreed a new contract with Cardiff Blues.
All Blacks lose Jerome Kaino for Argentina trip
The All Blacks will be without Jerome Kaino for their Rugby Championship tour of Argentina with the blindside flanker nursing a shoulder injury.
Super Rugby conference format to stay
SANZAAR has confirmed the new Super Rugby conference system will be retained beyond 2016 despite much criticism of the format.
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