I was reminded of that almost-quote last Saturday, when a colleague, in the hours after Wales’ 68-14 hammering, made the point that Wales sees itself as a nation of singers and rugby players.

"As it was playing out [Harlequins director of rugby] Dean Richards was on the sidelines and I had a few words with him," says Ronan O'Donnell, the Irish side's operations manager. "I'd probably ...

"Grizz Wyllie was a true giant of our game – not just in the way he played, but in the way he led and inspired those around him," began New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson "Grizz was ...

Alternatively, hosting a touring team provides an opportunity to play against new opposition and make new rugby contacts. When planning a tour with another Union, whether it is travelling overseas or ...

Latest updates from your Sport topics will appear in My Sport in the BBC Sport App and in a collection on the BBC homepage. The men's Six Nations may be over, but there was still plenty rugby to ...

Recap live commentary from Sunday's Women's Six Nations clash as England's Red Roses beat Italy in York for their championship opener; on Saturday, France beat Ireland in Belfast, while Scotland ...

We asked for your views on Scotland women's Six Nations win over Wales, plus a URC victory for Glasgow against Munster and Edinburgh's defeat at Benetton. Here's what some of you said: Edinburgh ...

Bath Rugby host Gloucester Rugby on Sunday in the last edition of the West Country derby in Round 12 of the 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership. Both clubs have been going great guns in the league with ...

HSBC SVNS Series star Charlotte Caslick shone brightly for the Queensland Reds during a key Super Rugby Women’s clash in Canberr… I’d have loved to see Bledisloe Cup rugby on Anzac Day. Rugby ...

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Controversial footy star Israel Folau (pictured left and right with wife Maria) hasn't played a game in his home country since his headline-making sacking by the Wallabies six years ago.