New Zealand fly-half Dan Carter embarks on his French sojourn this week as he links up with Perpignan.

Barry Murphy will never be held in the same esteem as the Munstermen of 1978, the conquerors of Graham Mourie's pioneering Grand Slam winners.

Jimmy Cowan pulled no punches in assessing England's spoiling tactics as the All Blacks completed their Grand Slam at Twickenham.

Wales No.8 Andy Powell has described the last month as "the best four weeks of my life" after making his international debut and thrusting himself into Lions contention .

Lee Byrne cemented his status as one of the rising stars of world rugby with another eye-catching performance in Wales' 21-18 victory over Australia.

Flying Fijian Kameli Ratuvou scored on his return from international duty to stop the rot at Saracens and inspire Eddie Jones' men to victory over resurgent Worcester.

Harlequins scored two late tries to prevent Bath from going back to the top of the English Premiership.

London Irish moved top of the English Premiership table after coming from behind to beat basement side Bristol at The Memorial Stadium as second-placed Bath lost at Harlequins.

London Irish claimed top spot in the Guinness Premiership after their 18-13 victory over Bristol today but head coach Toby Booth admitted it was a game they should have lost."

Flying Fijian Kameli Ratuvou scored on his return from international duty to stop the rot at Saracens and inspire Eddie Jones' men to a 23-6 victory over resurgent Worcester."