Calder: Smartphones impact on skills
Dr Sherylle Calder has warned England's Six Nations squad members to spend less time on their mobile phones as she believes it has a negative effect on players' skills and visual awareness.
Bok prop’s future in the balance
Bok prop Julian Redelinghuys is optimistic about a return to rugby despite doctors advising him against playing again.
Venter commits to Azzurri
Brendan Venter has signed a deal to stay on as Italy's defence coach through to the next World Cup.
Ireland call on rookies
Coach Joe Schmidt has included three uncapped players in Ireland's 40-man squad for the opening two rounds of the 2017 Six Nations.
Erasmus camp denies Bok job links
Rassie Erasmus has, through his lawyer, dismissed rumours linking him with a return to South Africa to take over as Springbok coach.
Nel to miss Six Nations
Prop WP Nel has been ruled out of Scotland's Six Nations campaign with a neck injury.
Les Bleus stick with Spedding
South African-born Scott Spedding has been included in France's 32-man Six Nations squad.
Cruden off to France
Montpellier president Mohed Altrad has confirmed All Blacks flyhalf Aaron Cruden will join the club on a two-year contract next season.
Jones to lead Wales
Lock Alun-Wyn Jones has replaced Sam Warburton as captain in Wales' 36-man squad for the 2017 Six Nations tournament.
Boks to tackle France again
The Springboks are set to face France in one of their end-of-year Tests in 2017.
