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Ulster 'very lucky' in Cardiff win - boss Murphy

Ulster interim head coach Richie Murphy says his side were "very lucky" to beat Cardiff on Friday night.

Leicester-bound Smith aims to leave Ospreys on a high

Departing Ospreys prop Nicky Smith believes the season will be unsuccessful unless they make the United Rugby Championship play-offs.

Underdogs Wales 'ready to rip into France'

Full-back Kayleigh Powell says winless Wales are ready to right their wrongs as they take on France in the Six Nations on Sunday.

Faletau suffers injury blow on Cardiff comeback

Wales number eight Taulupe Faletau suffered another injury blow on his Cardiff comeback after a six-month injury lay-off.

Ulster snatch win over Cardiff with late penalty

Ulster escape with a vital 19-17 URC victory over Cardiff thanks to John Cooney's last-minute penalty.

Glasgow beat Sharks to stay in URC play-off hunt

Glasgow Warriors keep their United Rugby Championship play-off hopes on track with victory over the Sharks at Scotstoun.

Scots' 'world class' back three 'key' against Italy

Captain Rachel Malcolm says Scotland must get their "world class" back three into the game if they are to overcome Italy in the Women's Six Nations.

Richards to make Wales debut as big names dropped

Head coach Ioan Cunningham makes seven changes as Wales seek their first win of this year's Women's Six Nations at home to France on Sunday.

Gladiators' Fury retires from rugby union

Exeter winger Jodie Ounsley - Fury on the successful Gladiators TV show - is to stop playing professional rugby union.

Tigers' Premiership hopes 'rest' on derby - Clare

Leicester's Premiership hopes hinge on Saturday's East Midlands derby against Northampton Saints, says Tigers hooker Charlie Clare.