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Hollie Davidson has made history as the first ever female referee to take charge of a men's Six Nations fixture.

Six Nations 2026: Who is Ireland vs Italy referee Hollie Davidson?

Scotland host England in a Calcutta Cup fixture at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.

Scotland vs England Six Nations 2026: How to watch Calcutta Cup live

The Men's Six Nations tournament 2026 is set to begin this week, with defending champions France set to take on Ireland in the first match.

When does the Six Nations start? Full match schedule & how to watch

Team Seas Life celebrating at the finish line.

Four Brits complete Atlantic row after almost six weeks at sea

Watson: Bath clash with Edinburgh will be like a knockout clash

Kearney: Ireland hopefuls under pressure to perform in Champions Cup

SHaun Adendorff scoring a try for Northampton Saints (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Packed week on Premier Sports as Investec Champions Cup drama returns

Chris Robshaw will be at the Stoop this weekend to see if Harlequins can stop the rot

Robshaw urges Quins fans to stick with team

Sarries can take advantage of French giants' 4G struggles - Goode

Golf star Rory McIlroy won BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2025.

Who won BBC Sports Personality of the Year?

Gabby Logan, Alex Scott, and Clare Balding will be presenting the BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2025.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2025: Time, hosts & nominees

Chris Paterson is part of the Premier Sports team covering this season's Investec Champions Cup

Chris Paterson backs young Scotland prop for bright future

The nominees for BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2025 have been revealed.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2025: Full list of nominees

Underdogs Leicester need returning big guns to challenge Leinster

Watson tips rising star Caluori to thrive under guidance of top trio

Two England captains back Bath to return European glory to England

Edinburgh need to find identity to reach potential, says John Barclay
Former Scotland captain John Barclay believes Edinburgh will continue to underperform until they establish an identity
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Cuthbert: We don’t want to be a laughing stock at that World Cup

Cuthbert tips Scarlets to hit ground running in Champions Cup

Barclay believes that Scotland can still flourish under Townsend

England's time for silverware is now, says Dallaglio

Robshaw credits Eddie Jones for 'revolutionary' replacement tactics

England will look to finish their year unbeaten at home as they take on Argentina today in their final Quilter Nations Series fixture. (Photo: Getty Images)

England to face Argentina today - what time is kick-off?

Nick Isiekwe is part of England’s autumn squad

Isiekwe loving positive vibe in England camp

Tom Curry learning about leadership from George Ford

Ben Earl has been a key player for England this autumn

Ben Earl hails 'inspirational' back row partner Guy Pepper

Rugby heads to the Big Apple as part of HSBC SVNS series

England international Nick Isiekwe

Isiekwe throws weight behind new rugby initiative
The Allianz Kickstart Programme features a series of six lessons designed to roll out T1 Rugby – a non-contact form of the game – in schools across the country.
By The Newsroom

Curry backs new grassroots campaign to get children into rugby

Shona Campbell is a member of UKAD's Athlete Commission

Shona Campbell: Women's rugby winning battle against doping

The RFU have launched a pair of initiatives for those young girls who have got the rugby bug, giving them a chance to try their hand at the sport.

Sarah Hunter hails 'vital' RFU initiatives

British and Irish Lions legend Richard Sharp has died age 87.

British and Irish Lions star Richard Sharp dies age 87

Women’s biggest barriers to participating in sport include the cost of participation, lack of access to suitable spaces – and equipment designed for men.

Women's biggest barriers to sport include the cost, access & equipment

A female rugby pioneer is defined as an individual who has made a significant and lasting contribution to the sport, whether as a player, volunteer, coach, administrator, match official, or ally.

RFU honours 25 pioneers of English Rugby after World Cup celebrations

Will Rowlands has retired from Wales international duty shortly before coach Steve Tandy announced his squad for the forthcoming November Tests. (Photo: Getty Images)

Rugby star makes shock retirement call

Henry Slade will miss the remainder of the tour to Argentina and the USA with a hand injury

Henry Slade determined to change the conversation on diabetes

Rugby and MND: Experts weigh in on link amid Lewis Moody's diagnosis

Worcester Warriors duo Matt Rogerson, left, and Will Trewin, right.

The Breakdown: Warriors comeback rebuilding the community

World Cup-winning Red Roses inspire thousands at celebration

Former England Rugby captain Lewis Moody has shared he has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease. (Photo: Getty Images)

What is motor neurone disease - and why do rugby players get it?

Richmond enjoyed a winning return to the second-tier after they defeated Chinnor

New-look Champ Rugby kicks off with Richmond among winners

Eparama Rokodrava, left, and Otumaka Mausia of Cambridge during the Championship Rugby media day at Trailfinders Sports Club on September 24, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Harry Murphy - RFU/The RFU Collection via Getty Images)

Cambridge face relegation for first time since promotion in Champ

Cornwell believes things are coming together just in time for the start of the season

Hartpury ready to take on Champ with new look coaching team

With the squad visiting clubs up and down the country to meet young players and share their own stories, the events promise to bring the magic of the World Cup back to communities across the country.

Rugby World Cup winners Red Roses return to roots for Rugbyfest

Richmond have returned to the Champ after two years away

Tour of Japan preparing Richmond for Champ Rugby tilt

London Scottish have been in England's second tier for 15 years

London Scottish using history to build successful future in Champ

Luke Carter, left, and Tommy Watson of Chinnor during the Championship Rugby media day at Trailfinders Sports Club

Chinnor set ambitious target ahead of new Champ Rugby season

JJ Dickinson of Caldy during the Championship Rugby media day at Trailfinders Sports Club on September 24, 2025 in London, England

Caldy plan to become force on the road in new Champ Rugby season

Ealing Trailfinders under pressure to defend Champ Rugby dynasty

Nottingham can sink or swim in new Champ Rugby season

Darren Fearn listening closely in first season as Knights head coach

Cornish Pirates aiming for plain sailing to Champ Rugby playoffs

Ampthill aiming to be the best part-timers in Champ Rugby

Worcester Warriors players at the Champ Rugby launch

Worcester Warriors emotional ready for return in Champ Rugby

Coventry relish underdogs tag in Champ Rugby opener

Refreshed Blues looking to maintain status as Champ contenders

Three years after scoring three tries in a losing cause, Amy Cokayne finally had her redemption moment in a Rugby World Cup final.

Amy Cokayne revels in redemption and forwards masterclass

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