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Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has included Gary Graham

Scotland call-up Gary Graham as replacement for Blade Thomson

Newcastle Falcons flanker Gary Graham has been called up to the Scotland's autumn international squad ahead of their upcoming clash against South Africa to be played on Saturday.

Winner of Ireland and New Zealand Test in Dublin will decide best side in world - Steve Hansen

New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen reckons the winner of the Saturday's game in Dublin between Ireland and All Blacks will have the right to call themselves 'the best side in the world'.

Sean O'Brien played 38 minutes in the game

Ireland's Sean O'Brien sidelined with fractured arm

Ireland's ongoing autumn international campaign have been dealt a blow with flanker Sean O'Brien sidelined with a fractured arm following their win over Argentina at Aviva Stadium last weekend.

New Zealand recall Ngani Laumape as cover for Sonny Bill Williams

New Zealand have recalled Ngani Laumape as a cover for injured Sonny Bill Williams in the squad ahead of upcoming clash against Ireland at Aviva Stadium on Saturday.

Jack Dempsey commits to Rugby Australia and Waratahs

Australia international Jack Dempsey has committed his future to Rugby Australia and Super Rugby club Waratahs after signing a two-year deal.

Tournament News

Ireland hold off Argentina with a 28-17 win at Aviva Stadium

Dan Biggar kicked the decisive penalty goal in the closing stage

Wales register first win over Australia in 10 years after edging them out 9-6

Tommy Seymour scores hat-trick as Scotland hammer Fiji

New Zealand come from behind to beat England 15-16

Latest Talking Rugby Union Features

George and Peter Horne at BT Murrayfield

Murrayfield dream fulfilled for Horne brothers

"I will be a very proud man to watch him run out for his country"

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National Leagues

Hawks beat Clifton to move into second

Henley Hawks recorded their sixth win on the bounce as they brushed aside Clifton to move into the top two of National Two South.

Hull Ionians edge past Huddersfield and Tyne move out of bottom three

Hull Ionians narrowly beat Huddersfield to extend their lead at the top of National Two North to six points.

Five in a row sends Blackheath top

Blackheath secured their fifth consecutive victory in National One to move to the summit of the division following a thumping win over Sale FC.

Bees looking to sting Wild Geese revival

As bonfire night approaches, London Irish Wild Geese will be hoping their spark doesn’t fizzle out this weekend when they take on rivals Birmingham and Solihull at Hazelwood.

Fireworks expected as top four do battle in National Two North

Over the last few weeks, there has been a lot of activity towards the summit of National Two North and this Saturday sees arguably the most significant weekend in this early promotion race.

National One's bottom clubs aiming to take steps in the right direction

Quite rightly, the first two months of this season have been dominated by the swapping and changing of the league leaders in National One, but this week, the attention is on the wrong end of the table.

Videos

O2's Wear the Rose Alexa skill with Jonny Wilkinson

All Blacks beat Japan comfortably in their Autumn opener

Chris Robshaw talks to E4Rugby

Danny Care takes on a racehorse over 10m

2016 European Champions Cup winning Saracens side

Newcastle Falcons wary of Saracens' dominance - Toby Flood

Ben Youngs wants Leicester Tigers to reach the top four in the upcoming season of Gallagher Premiership

Matching Exeter Chiefs' physicality will be key for Leicester Tigers - Ben Youngs

Australia v Super Rugby Selection - Trial game - Highlights

Sevens format will play an integral part in growing rugby across the world - Bryan Habana

New Zealand v France Third Test - Highlights

South Africa v England Third Test - Highlights

Australia v Ireland Third Test - Highlights

Aviva Premiership Rugby Final 2017-18

TRU's Aviva Premiership game of the weekend: Round 22

TRU's Aviva Premiership game of the weekend: Round 21

TRU's Aviva Premiership game of the weekend: Round 19

No reason for England to panic under Eddie Jones - Michael Cheika

University Rugby

Wins for Northumbria and Cardiff Met increase pressure at the top

Northumbria University and Cardiff Met University both secured victories in BUCS Super Rugby as the domestic title race continues to hot up.

Cardiff Met can't look too far ahead, says Northmore

Luke Northmore believes Cardiff Met have a lot more to offer as he sets his sights on helping Danny Milton’s side maintain their strong start to the season.

Second half blitz helps Bath go to the summit

The University of Bath are one point clear at the top of BUCS Super Rugby after a ruthless second half performance against Nottingham Trent University.