The spotlight falls on crucial fixtures at the wrong end of the standings, while there is the usual helping of standout clashes towards the top of all four leagues.
The format of the European competitions are still up for debate, but there is still plenty of jeopardy heading into the final round of pool matches.
New Zealand Rugby has announced that Scott Robertson has left his role as head coach of the All Blacks following a season review.
Gloucester Rugby have confirmed the signing of experienced lock Jean Kleyn, who will join the club ahead of the 2026/27 Gallagher PREM season.
Bristol Bears qualified for the Champions Cup knockout stages by running in nine tries to stun the Bulls 61-49 at Loftus Versfeld.
Round 13 has gifted us a set of fixtures which include top-of-the-table tussles and crucial clashes towards the bottom.
It felt like the National League Rugby season burst into life last month, setting up a December packed with storylines waiting to be written.
Key clashes towards the top of National One and all three National Two divisions headline the final round of November.
Talking Rugby Union heard from Royal Marine and Taunton No.8 Ratu Vakalutukali ahead of the club's Armed Forces Day.
Round 10 in National One and National Two offers several key fixtures that could start to influence the season’s outlook for some clubs.
The November fixtures are here. Who can seize momentum over the next three weeks with key matches coming thick and fast?
As National League Rugby prepares for a brief pause, Round Eight promises plenty of talking points.
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Round Seven offers struggling sides a chance to ignite their campaigns, while those near the summit aim to lay down a marker.
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.jpg "Francesca McGhie is one to look out for for Scotland at this World Cup")
