Seven newcomers in Scotland squad
Gregor Townsend has called up seven uncapped players for Scotland's pre-season get-together in St Andrews.
Steenson relishing title defence
Exeter captain Gareth Steenson is relishing the "new challenge" of starting an Aviva Premiership season as defending champions, although they are 4/1 third favourites with Sky Bet.
Hartley tips duo to bounce back
Captain Dylan Hartley has tipped Manu Tuilagi and Denny Solomona to force their way back into the England squad.
Bristol land Piutau
Championship favourites Bristol say they faced "massive competition" before securing the services of New Zealand star Charles Piutau.
Western Force cut from Super Rugby
Super Rugby franchise the Western Force will not be part of next year's competition.
Robshaw extends Quins stay
Former England captain Chris Robshaw has agreed a new long-term contract with Harlequins.
Tuilagi & Solomona sent home
Manu Tuilagi and Denny Solomona were sent home from England's August training camp on the grounds of "team culture issues".
May to join Leicester
Gloucester have announced that England wing Jonny May is to leave the club and join their Aviva Premiership rivals Leicester.
Scottish set-up revamped
A new six-team top tier of Scottish domestic rugby is to be introduced, it has been confirmed.
