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Voyce body identified as ex-rugby star's wife pays tribute

The wife of former England rugby player Tom Voyce has said she is "absolutely devastated" after a body discovered in a Northumberland river was confirmed to be his.

Smith signs new long-term Harlequins deal

Marcus Smith has signed a new long-term contract that will keep him at Harlequins until at least 2028.

French rugby players cleared of sexual assault in Argentina

Two French rugby players accused of raping a woman are available for international selection after the alleged rape case against them in Argentina was dismissed.

The rugby mastermind tasked with replicating Ireland's success with Scotland

David Nucifora was widely credited as the architect of Ireland's decade of rugby success. Now, he's been tasked with replicating that with Scotland.

O'Gara would 'bite hands off' for top Test role – but not Wales

Ronan O'Gara says there are international jobs he would "bite people's hands off for" but Wales is not one of them, as he underlined a desire to coach at Test level.

Sinfield raises over £1m in latest epic challenge for MND charities

Kevin Sinfield defied a serious muscle injury to complete his 230-mile charity challenge and raise over £1million for people affected by motor neurone disease.

Ilona Maher: Rugby sevens star and TikTok sensation Bristol Bears-bound

Meet Ilona Maher, the American rugby sevens star and social media whirlwind targeting the 2025 Rugby World Cup as Bristol Bears' newest recruit.

Holders Toulouse thrash Ulster in Champions Cup as Leicester lose in Bordeaux

A round-up of Sunday's Investec Champions Cup action, where both Ulster and Leicester Tigers suffered defeats to French opposition.

Saracens make winning start in Champions Cup as Exeter beaten by Sharks

A round-up of Saturday's Investec Champions Cup action, where Northampton and Saracens made winning starts but Exeter were beaten by Sharks in South Africa.

Former Scotland captain Hogg sentenced for breaching bail conditions

Former Scotland rugby union captain Stuart Hogg has been sentenced to a five-year non-harassment order and fined after breaching bail conditions.

Farrell's Lions options assessed after Autumn Nations Series

After the conclusion of the Autumn Nations Series, Sky Sports assesses the English, Irish, Scottish and Welsh contenders vying for British and Irish Lions selection...

Autumn Nations Series: Full results

Full results for 2024 Autumn Nations Series, with England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, New Zealand, France and more involved.

Farrell's Ireland claim a narrow victory over Australia

Andy Farrell set a marker for his forthcoming tenure as British and Irish Lions head coach, claiming a 22-19 victory against Australia.

Superstar Olympian Maher joins Bristol in blockbuster deal

United States sevens star Ilona Maher will join Bristol in January for the rest of the season with the aim of appearing at next year's World Cup.

The state of Borthwick's England after autumn of discontent

After defeats to New Zealand, Australia and South Africa, where does a challenging autumn leave England and Steve Borthwick?

Itoje: Borthwick criticism unfair - England have lots to look forward to

England lock Maro Itoje has defended head coach Steve Borthwick after their disappointing Autumn Nations Series.

Premiership: Bath go top as Northampton stunned and Leicester lose to Sale

Defending champions Northampton suffered a shock defeat to Gloucester, while Bath returned to top of the Premiership and Sale beat Leicester.