Rugby News

Ollie Lawrence believes Marcus Smith is one of the best players in the world, and insists he is not just saying that as the pair are best friends.

Steve Borthwick has stuck with Fin Smith at fly-half and Marcus Smith at full-back for England's Six Nations clash against Scotland.

Ireland's Six Nations title push has been hit by the loss of captain Caelan Doris, Ronan Kelleher and Tadhg Furlong for Saturday's clash with Wales in Cardiff.

Following a hugely eventful opening weekend in the Super League, Sky Sports Rugby League's Barrie McDermott dissects the main talking points - and offers previews the storylines to follow for round two...