Rory Best named as Fiji’s forwards coach for autumn tour to Europe
All players, coaches and management are based in the northern hemisphere
All players, coaches and management are based in the northern hemisphere
Hogg and Russell the most dangerous, X-factor backs Scottish rugby has produced in two decades
Return of Scottish outhalf greeted with giddy expectation, but his uniqueness can be fatal
Fiji have already seen their opening two matches against France and Italy called off
Deep dive into 2016-2019 stats shows young players right to hope for chance at test level
Over the years Racing have been one of many French sides to fail the Thomond Park test
French club’s title credentials will be seriously examined by Ulster in Belfast
Lelos have a rare chance to prove themselves against Tier One opposition in Japan
With his son playing for France Under-20s, the former Irish international’s story goes on
Gregor Townsend’s side possess a frightening backline but have injuries up front
Result also confirms last eight spots for Leinster, Glasgow and Racing 92
Kiwi arrived in Ireland relatively unknown but leaves after shaping a rugby generation
Forward power can help Castres pip Exeter in one of weekend’s most intriguing ties
A look at the 20 sides in the 2018-19 Heineken Cup who are bidding for the ultimate prize
‘Obviously I have my little Irish side but playing for France has always been clear’
Former number eight played in all of Leinster’s quarter-finals up until last year
Under Townsend, side have rediscovered joy after close to 20 years of grinding failure
Breakdown king a threat to Ireland’s Grand Slam ambitions
From club level up to Lions’ tours, Wales’ head coach has enjoyed substantial success
Son of Trevor Brennan is set for play for France against Ireland in u-20 Six Nations
‘They will not take us lightly this time’: captain ready for clash with ‘formidable’ Wales
Yellow cards prove costly for Scottish side in Pool 3 clash
Many of his trademark rasping quips are designed for short-term diversionary effect
Financial and physical juggernaut of Montpellier should prove very different challenge
Sean O’Brien and Isa Nacewa likely to be available for the Champions Cup opener
Some 44,000 tickets already sold for the big clash at the Aviva Stadium
Leo Cullen says Leinster-Munster clash always a game to whet the appetite of players and fans
Chief Executive Steve Tew has said that the current Ireland coach will be considered
Donnacha Ryan set for quick return to Thomond Park with Racing 92; Leinster paired with English champions Exeter
French club keenly aware of big games lost ahead of Champions Cup clash with Leinster
Former All Black will arrive at Ulster having thrived out of comfort zone at Clermont
November international had been mooted but New Zealand stick with Barbarians date
Tournament of close contests was hardly vintage but compellingly tribal as ever
Scots protect their fifth place in world rankings ahead of 2019 World Cup draw
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices