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In the last 5 minutes

Itoje to captain England in Six Nations shake-up BBC11:43

Itoje replaces George as England captain for Six Nations Sky Sports11:42

'B+' - Bristol Bears' midseason report card with key areas of improvement to kick on Bristol Live11:42

England name new captain for Six Nations with Jamie George demoted by Steve Borthwick Daily and Sunday Express11:42

Six Saints named in England’s Guinness Six Nations training squad Northampton Saints - Official Site11:40

In the last 15 minutes

Slade Named in England 2025 Six Nations Squad Exeter Chiefs - Official Site11:33

England name new Six Nations captain, include two uncapped players RugbyPass11:32

Joe Marler told Wales legend he was done as he lands top rugby job Wales Online11:31

Itoje appointed England captain ahead of Six Nations as squad revealed The Independent11:31

In the last half-hour

Springboks star’s ‘return home’ finally confirmed as Stormers fill scrum-half void Planet Rugby11:27

Springbok Cobus Reinach agrees South Africa homecoming RugbyPass11:25

Tough trip to South Africa will be a test of Dragons' mental strength - Tiatia South Wales Argus11:15

In the last hour

Reffell and Smith in Wales' Six Nations squad Leicester Tigers - Official Site11:09

Six Nations 2025: Dates, kick off times and TV channels for every match as Scotland look for… Edinburgh Evening News10:53

Filippo Russo to referee Friday’s game Newcastle Falcons - Official Site10:48

Travel to Doncaster with the Supporters’ Club Newcastle Falcons - Official Site10:48

England: Maro Itoje tipped for captaincy as ‘doubt’ over Jamie George’s place grows – report Planet Rugby10:46

In the last 2 hours

Premiership and Urc clubs troll Warren Gatland following surprise Six Nations squad announcement Planet Rugby10:36

Nia Toliver, the 'rugby mercenary' lighting up the SVNS Series RugbyPass10:22

'Why not?' - Johann van Graan believes Bath can challenge Leinster at the Aviva Stadium Somerset Live10:19

Who will get Ireland’s call for the Six Nations? Our writers give their predictions Belfast Telegraph10:07

James Ryan hails Jacques Nienaber’s ‘clarity’ as Leinster win a game they ‘might have lost a… Planet Rugby10:06

Rugby’s ultimate fantasy draft: 10 star swaps that would be game changers RugbyDump.com10:00

Public consultation opens on Bath Rugby’s revised stadium plans Midsomer Norton, Radstock & District Journal09:53

Scotland's Adam Hastings handed driving ban RugbyPass09:51

Star Gloucester Rugby duo surprise absentees from Wales' Six Nations squad Gloucester Live09:50

Itoje could replace George as England captain for Six Nations MailOnline09:47

Freddie Steward reveals secret behind success this season after winning Investec Player of the Match in 100th Leicester … European Rugby Cup - Official Site09:45

In the last 4 hours

Warren Gatland's 'straight up' admission over his Wales future RugbyPass09:41

Ellis Mee selected in Welsh Rugby Union 2025 Guinness Six Nations squad Official Web Site for Nottingham Rugby09:33

Wales captain Jac Morgan signs new Ospreys deal RugbyPass09:21

At least Joe Marler cares about saving rugby players from themselves The Telegraph09:19

Glasgow Warriors and Scotland star handed driving ban Glasgow Evening Times09:15

Players not experienced winning environment - Gatland BBC09:10

Latest twist in All Black’s ‘bombshell’ move as Nzr ‘release’ Shaun Stevenson ahead of Super… Planet Rugby08:54

Former Scotland rugby captain Peter Brown dies in hospital as tributes pour in Daily Record08:51

Gareth Anscombe Left Out By Wales After Doubts Over Full Fitness, Says Warren Gatland Dai Sport08:46

Wallabies: Fraser McReight issues a warning to Rugby Australia as he is ‘in no rush’ to sort… Planet Rugby08:34

Today's rugby news as Gatland calls Wales star to settle row Wales Online07:57

In the last 6 hours

Glasgow Warriors star Adam Hastings banned from driving for motoring offences Glasgow Live07:44

Tributes pour in for former Scotland rugby captain after he dies in Edinburgh hospital Edinburgh Live07:42

Young Wallabies star joins Exeter Chiefs with a view of ‘coming back to Australia’ after… Planet Rugby07:33

'They are lethal' - Costello warns Munster ahead of Saints match Northampton Chronicle & Echo07:01

What could Ireland's Six Nations squad look like? BBC06:46

Bath Rugby stadium plans unveiled for The Rec's expansion Somerset Live06:03

In the last 8 hours

Steve Borthwick England squad: Three Champions Cup bolters to watch City AM05:13

Gatland confident about Gareth Anscombe's Wales future RugbyPass04:07

Earlier today

Jack Dempsey on verge of Glasgow Warriors return as Murchie gives Hastings update Scotland Rugby News03:40

Chiefs' star Shaun Stevenson heads to Japan for brief sabbatical RugbyPass00:11

Yesterday

Willis and Ojomoh in line for England call-ups for Six Nations opener Sky Sports23:42 13-Jan-25

All the best stats as Warriors record falls and Edinburgh end winless away run Scotland Rugby News23:20 13-Jan-25

Six Nations 2025: Wales' Warren Gatland keen to prove doubters wrong ESPN.co.uk23:13 13-Jan-25

Peter Brown, a former Scotland rugby captain, dies at 83 MailOnline22:49 13-Jan-25

Gatland expects coach change if losing streak goes on BBC22:48 13-Jan-25

Gatland says Anscombe still has Wales future BBC22:48 13-Jan-25

Six Nations 2025: Warren Gatland mulled retirement due to losing streak ESPN.co.uk22:32 13-Jan-25

Gatland’s gamble means Wales are heading for more pain The Telegraph22:21 13-Jan-25

Warren Gatland still up for Wales test as Mee and Edwards receive Six Nations call-ups Yahoo! Sport22:14 13-Jan-25

Change likely if Wales show no improvement in Six Nations – Warren Gatland Yahoo! Sport22:14 13-Jan-25

Warren Gatland questions players' anonymous feedback during review into nightmare autumn Wales Online22:08 13-Jan-25

Joe Marler to lead player welfare talks with RFU and clubs in new England role Yahoo! Sport22:03 13-Jan-25

Victory for Borthwick in club v country row as Morrow joins England set-up The Telegraph22:00 13-Jan-25

Joe Marler to lead talks with RFU and clubs over player welfare The Telegraph21:10 13-Jan-25

Wales hope Parry dispute is 'water under bridge' BBC20:27 13-Jan-25

Saracens v Castres Olympique Preview TheSaracens.com20:09 13-Jan-25

Full Contact season 2: Release date, how to watch and which Scotland stars will feature in… Edinburgh Evening News20:08 13-Jan-25

'Perfect fit' Ollie Lawrence signs for Roc Nation Sports RugbyPass20:07 13-Jan-25

Scotland rugby star Adam Hastings hit with driving ban for motoring offences Daily Record19:57 13-Jan-25

Wales captain Morgan signs new Ospreys deal BBC19:36 13-Jan-25

Gregor Townsend pays tribute to Scotland great Peter Brown Scotland Rugby News19:35 13-Jan-25

Former Scotland captain Brown dies aged 83 BBC19:17 13-Jan-25

The verdict on Wales' Six Nations squad as muddled thinking and problem position remain Wales Online19:15 13-Jan-25

Bears pair may miss must-win Clermont clash - Lam BBC19:15 13-Jan-25

O'Mahony could return for Munster at Northampton BBC19:05 13-Jan-25

Ospreys announce new contract for club captain Jac Morgan Ospreys Rugby - Official Site19:04 13-Jan-25

Warren Gatland Q&A: Why I've made shock calls and the player who excites me Wales Online18:14 13-Jan-25

Scotland rugby star Adam Hastings banned from driving for motoring offences Evening Standard17:58 13-Jan-25

England star teams up with Siya Kolisi and Jay-Z to become Roc Nation’s newest recruit Planet Rugby17:58 13-Jan-25

Sharks dealt further blow as three key Springboks join Eben Etzebeth on sidelines after… Planet Rugby17:58 13-Jan-25

Gatland 'well aware' of pressures ahead of Six Nations BBC17:54 13-Jan-25

Gatland explains Six Nations selections BBC17:54 13-Jan-25

Gatland names uncapped duo in Wales' Six Nations squad amid injury crisis TNT Sports17:49 13-Jan-25

BBC presenter Ugo Monye facing financial ruin The Telegraph17:46 13-Jan-25

Jegou, Auradou 'can be picked' for France, says Galthie Yahoo! Sport17:39 13-Jan-25

Zoe Harrison bags hat-trick for Saracens ahead of England training camp Welwyn & Hatfield Times, Hertfordshire17:33 13-Jan-25

Tonight's rugby news as Wales to announce new appointments imminently after review Wales Online17:23 13-Jan-25

Warren Gatland: 'I am pretty aware of the situation we are in' RugbyPass17:15 13-Jan-25

Six Nations 2025: Warren Gatland admits Wales job on the line ESPN.co.uk17:07 13-Jan-25

Gareth Anscombe faces uncertain Wales future as Gatland reveals why he's cut him Wales Online17:03 13-Jan-25

‘We can’t demand or point too many fingers’ - Springbok star calls on teammates to make a… RugbyDump.com16:59 13-Jan-25

First look at how stadium will be redesigned as developer formally submits plans Worcester News16:51 13-Jan-25

Warren Gatland challenges Dan Edwards to stake claim for Wales fly-half role The Independent16:42 13-Jan-25

Bulls lure Springboks pair home but lose Willie le Roux while three clubs chase Stormers star Planet Rugby16:36 13-Jan-25

Troon man and former Scotland rugby captain Peter Brown dies aged 83 Ayr Advertiser16:36 13-Jan-25

Nottinghamshire homebuilder supports grassroots football with donation Mansfield and Ashfield Chad16:31 13-Jan-25

Jordie Barrett gesture singled out by Ronan O'Gara after loss RugbyPass16:24 13-Jan-25

Saracens Men v Castres Olympique | Permutations Saracens - Official Site16:17 13-Jan-25

Remaining regular season Gallagher Premiership fixtures confirmed Saracens - Official Site16:17 13-Jan-25

Gloucester in cheeky public dig at Wales after shock omission on star's birthday Wales Online16:11 13-Jan-25

Saints must convert pressure into more points, says Dowson Northampton Saints - Official Site16:08 13-Jan-25

Funeral details of former Saints and Wales wing Frank Wilson St Helens Star, Cheshire16:06 13-Jan-25

Cardiff Rugby Under-18s open campaign with a win Cardiff Rugby - Official Site15:39 13-Jan-25

Eight Blue and Blacks named in Wales’ Six Nations squad Cardiff Rugby - Official Site15:39 13-Jan-25

Law discussion: Rare caveat exploited as ‘freakish’ Louis Bielle-Biarrey sets up France star… Planet Rugby15:25 13-Jan-25

Wales squad: Under pressure Warren Gatland recalls ‘disrespected’ forward in shock Six Nations… Planet Rugby15:25 13-Jan-25

Under-pressure Gatland rings Wales changes for Six Nations Yahoo! Sport15:16 13-Jan-25

Two uncapped players named in Warren Gatland's Wales squad ITV15:09 13-Jan-25

Faletau, Williams and Adams bolster Wales ahead of Six Nations Sky Sports15:02 13-Jan-25

Sonny Bill Williams coaches Australian Open star despite 'not knowing much about tennis' Daily and Sunday Express14:59 13-Jan-25

Getting to the game: Montpellier Newcastle Falcons - Official Site14:58 13-Jan-25

Six Nations 2025: Wales to be captained by Jac Morgan ESPN.co.uk14:52 13-Jan-25

Record Holders: The Legends of the Men's Six Nations RBS 6 Nations - Official Site14:42 13-Jan-25

Warren Gatland Looks To Wales New Boys For Six Nations Boost Dai Sport14:36 13-Jan-25

England suffer major injury blow ahead of the Six Nations RugbyDump.com14:36 13-Jan-25

Investec Champions Cup Preview: Round 4 match-by-match guide European Rugby Cup - Official Site14:35 13-Jan-25

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Recent developments in UK Rugby Union have seen a focus on player welfare, with ongoing discussions about tackle height regulations and concussion protocols. The Rugby Football Union (RFU), Scottish Rugby, Welsh Rugby Union (WRU), and Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) continue to implement strategies to ensure the sport's safety while maintaining its competitive edge. Additionally, financial challenges facing some clubs have led to debates about the sustainability of professional rugby and potential restructuring of leagues.

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