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England name replacements for injured stars before Six Nations

England call up five players as injury replacements for the Six Nations opener against Ireland on February 1.

England Students appoint Loughborough’s Martin Webdale as head coach

Webdale - who guided the African Violet to BUCS Super Rugby glory last April - has taken the baton from Darren Fearn and will lead the representative side against France in May.

Jack Mann: Injury setbacks to Six Nations call-up

Following a tortuous time with injury, there were 719 days between his first and second appearance for Glasgow but after returning to action in November, the back-row is now a part of Scotland's Six Nations preparations.

'It does feel like an opportunity' - Business as usual in Round 16 as second half of season presents possibilities

After a disruptive return to action last weekend, all 56 clubs across levels three and four are ready to hit the ignition button in Round 16.

Maro Itoje named England captain for Six Nations

Maro Itoje has been named England's captain for the 2025 Six Nations, marking a new era under head coach Steve Borthwick.

Latest Rugby News

Adam Jones is currently part of the Harlequins backroom staff as the scrum and transition coach

Gatland adds Adam Jones and Andy McCann to Wales' coaching team

Warren Gatland believes Wales are in a unique position with minimal external expectations.

Warren Gatland confident in Wales' Six Nations prospects

Maro Itoje will be leading England in the upcoming Six Nations

Maro Itoje vows to push England harder in Six Nations

Principality Stadium roof closed for next two Six Nations

University Rugby

“We’re proud of the relationship between Bath and the university - It’s such as successful avenue”

Jordan Russell Exclusive: 'Before my move to Leicester, I’d lost the love for rugby'

Sale Sharks Women and Manchester Met: Why collaborative thinking can grow the game in the North-West

Why the ecosystem at Manchester Met is making it an attractive destination in the university rugby landscape

RFU Championship and National League Rugby

National League Rugby's return hit by freezing weather

Podcasts & Video

National League Rugby Preview Show | National 2 North | Round 9

Emerging Talent

WXV 3: What to expect from Spain and the Netherlands?

Women's Rugby

Zoe Aldcroft appointed England Women's captain for 2025

Scottish Rugby

Scotland starlet Jack Brown “just wants to get better every day” and “brilliant” attitude can take him places

John Barclay Interview: “Time for Scotland to take the next step”

“Calm, quiet individual” Freddy Douglas set to let his rugby do the talking as he bids to become a breakthrough star for Scotland

Elliann Clarke Interview: Former University of Edinburgh prop feels 'a lot more confident' going into WXV 2

TRU Xtra

Lawrence Dallaglio Interview: 'I've been lucky enough to play in some good teams - but my two European Cup winners' medals rank right up there'

Japan Rugby League One Round-Up: Kurt-Lee Arendse and Manu Vunipola shine on debuts

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A Test match in club colours and heavyweight battles: Champions Cup has the potential to showcase its value in Round Three

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Josh Adams Ready for Six Nations and Lions Return After Months of Injury Hell

Competitions

Win the ultimate Twickenham hospitality experience for the Big Game 14

Calling all Harlequins fans, here’s your chance to win the ultimate rugby experience - two matches, hospitality at the home of rugby and a full day’s entertainment.