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McMillan & Martin start for Scots against France

Louise McMillan returns to the starting XV to win her 50th cap and Elis Martin makes her first start as Scotland host France in the Women's Six Nations.

Care to play for the Barbarians at Twickenham

Former England scrum-half Danny Care will make his Barbarians debut against Fiji at Twickenham in June.

Monaghan fit to return for Ireland against Italy

Ireland defence coach Declan Danaher says that co-captain Sam Monaghan is fit to return for the second Women's Six Nations game against Italy.

Matson to leave Harlequins at end of season

Former Harlequins senior coach Tabai Matson will leave the Premiership club at the end of the season.

'Big things were ahead' of John McCall - Ferris

Ulster legend Stephen Ferris remembers John McCall as a young man with "the world at his feet" on the 20th anniversary of the Ireland U19 star's death.

Ulster Rugby appoint McCaughey as interim CEO

Former health trust chief Hugh McCaughey will take over from Jonny Petrie as temporary Ulster Rugby CEO.

'Freak athlete' Care can play on - Quins boss

Harlequins are hopeful Danny Care can play on next season following his retirement from international rugby.

Picking England over Wales my best leap - Jones

England fly-half Megan Jones says choosing to play for the Red Roses over Wales was "the best leap" of her career.

Referee chiefs apologise for 'unfortunate occurrence'

Refereeing chiefs apologise for an "unfortunate occurrence" after an incident of foul play was dismissed during Saracens' win over Harlequins.

'I have a young family; I'm missing out on a lot of stuff'

Danny Care tells Rugby Union Weekly spending more time with his family was a key part of his decision to retire from international rugby.