Rampant France took control of the Six Nations title race as they scored 34 unanswered points to thrash Ireland in Dublin and end the home side’s Grand Slam hopes.

The Kaiviti Silktails have kicked off their Jersey Flegg Cup campaign with a 26-6 defeat to the Parramatta Eels this afternoon at Hammondville Oval in Sydney.

Under-20 coach Senirusi Seruvakula, fresh from his historic Super W win, backs his team to shock New Zealand at next weekend’s Super Rugby competition.

The Queensland Reds women’s rugby team is preparing for their Super W season opener tomorrow with a deep sense of purpose, playing not only for victory but for their people back in Queensland, who are bracing for the impact of Cyclone Alfred.

While the task of leading the Sportsworld Fiji Under-20 side into the Super Rugby competition may seem daunting, Iliesa Erenavula is up for the challenge.

Oceania Rugby has extended the suspension of the Papua New Guinea Rugby Union for an additional six months.

The Fijian Drua are eager to bounce back from three narrow defeats as they prepare to take on the Chiefs in front of their home crowd in Lautoka.

A victory against the Queensland Reds is crucial for the Rooster Chicken Fijian Drua Women’s side as they aim to set the pace for the remainder of the Super W season.

One hundred and four teams are set to take part in this year’s Fiji Bitter Nawaka 7s.

Devo Babas are currently at the top of the points standings in the Fiji Bitter 7s Series and are on track to be crowned the series champions following the Marist 7s later this month.

The Fiji Men’s 7s team’s training session yesterday saw several notable absentees.

Alfreda Fisher didn’t expect to make her professional debut for the Fijian Drua Women in their opening Super W match against the defending champions, the NSW Waratahs.