Benetton claimed a 31-21 victory over the Dragons in the United Rugby Championship at Rodney Parade securing their second win of the season.

Leinster Rugby maintained their unbeaten streak in the United Rugby Championship with a dominant 33-12 bonus-point victory over Connacht at Dexcom Stadium on Saturday evening.

Connacht forward Josh Murphy has been handed a four-week suspension following his red card during last week’s BKT United Rugby Championship defeat to Ulster.

Dragons captain Ben Carter signs a new long-term contract, securing his future with the Welsh club.

Glasgow Warriors delivered a commanding performance on Friday night, defeating Zebre Parma 33-3 in the BKT United Rugby Championship at Scotstoun Stadium.

Dragons have strengthened their front row options by securing the short-term loan of loosehead prop Cameron Jones from Ospreys.

Munster head coach Graham Rowntree has hailed the historic rivalry with Leinster as stronger and more intense than ever, following closely contested encounters in recent seasons.

The Lions registered their second consecutive win in the United Rugby Championship season, delivering a crushing 55-21 defeat to Edinburgh at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Scarlets suffered a heartbreaking 24-23 defeat at Parc y Scarlets after a late penalty by Connacht’s Cathal Forde snatched victory from the home side in a thrilling encounter on Saturday.

Former Los Pumas captain and a legendary figure in Argentine rugby Agustin Creevy has signed with Italian club Benetton to compete in the United Rugby Championship.

Leinster Rugby faced a stern challenge from the Dragons in their BKT United Rugby Championship Round Two clash at the Aviva Stadium, where veteran Cian Healy marked his record 281st cap in style.

Glasgow Warriors claimed a commanding bonus-point victory over Benetton, who were reduced to 14 men for the entire second half after lock Scott Scrafton received a red card for a high tackle on Adam Hastings just before halftime.

Tadgh McElroy joins Ulster Rugby on a short-term injury cover deal as the team heads to South Africa for matches against the Lions and Bulls.

Ulster prop Marty Moore has announced his retirement from professional rugby to focus on his mental well-being.

Munster have announced that Ireland international Tadhg Beirne has been appointed the club captain for the upcoming 2024/25 season.

Edinburgh have announced that Grant Gilchrist and Ben Vellacott will continue to remain as co-captains for the upcoming 2024/25 season.

Connacht have announced that Ireland international Cian Prendergast will be leading the club in the upcoming 2024/25 season.

Wales international Taulupe Faletau is aiming to make a comeback at the end of October after sidelined by a shoulder injury.

Leinster have confirmed the appointment of Ireland international Caelan Doris as the new club captain ahead of the 2024/25 season.

Munster head coach Graham Rowntree said the new club captain will be announced ahead of the upcoming United Rugby Championship against Connacht to be played on 21st September.