Rugby Union News
Racing lose out in Montauban
Montauban held off a spirited second-half fightback from play-off hopefuls Racing-Métro as they prevailed 45-31 on Saturday.
BOD reflects on his special day
Ireland skipper Brian O'Driscoll described his 100th cap as a "massive honour" and was thrilled to have marked the day with a win.
Gatland laments costly errors
Wales boss Warren Gatland did not mask his disappointment after his side slumped to a comprehensive Six Nations defeat to Ireland.
'Empty result' for proud Borthwick
England captain Steve Borthwick lamented a dissatisfying result after his side was held to a 15-15 Six Nations draw at Murrayfield.
Scots rue missed opportunity
Johnnie Beattie insisted Scotland were upset to only draw 15-15 with England - but was glad to finally get some points on the board.
Misery shared at Murrayfield
The Calcutta Cup will remain south of the border after England and Scotland ground out a turgid 15-15 draw at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Stormers blow away Hurricanes
The Stormers leaped into second place on the Super 14 standings following their 35-8 win over the Hurricanes at Newlands on Saturday.
Bulls in charge at Loftus
The defending champion Bulls remain undefeated in the Super 14 following their 50-35 victory over the Highlanders on Saturday.
Ireland keep heat on France
Ireland did what was required in Dublin as they kept one hand on their Six Nations crown thanks to a 27-12 victory over Wales.
Waugh glad to end frustration
Waratahs captain Phil Waugh said it was important to show their patient fans they could still play open rugby following the side's 73-12 victory over a toothless Lions outfit on Friday.
France among best in world - Perugini
Italy prop Salvatore Perugini has hailed France as "one of the best teams in the world" ahead of their Six Nations clash in Paris.
Sharks fail again
For the second straight week it was a case of 'close but no cigar' for the Sharks as they tumbled to a 24-22 defeat to the Brumbies.
Top 14 race hots up
Defeats for the top two threw the race for Top 14 semi-final spots wide open on Friday, with five teams now jostling for the top spot.
Ospreys full-back set for surgery
The Ospreys have confirmed that full-back Barry Davies will need to undergo surgery to repair an injured groin.
Gatland answers Irish critics
Wales boss Warren Gatland has dismissed Irish media criticism of him heading into Saturday's Six Nations clash at Croke Park.
