‘I haven’t had any conversations with Wayne,’ Schmidt said on Wednesday

Fixtures fall nicely and Rob Howley has form as coach, but lack of creativity a weakness

European Champions Cup previews: Irish international Martin Moore continues at tighthead prop for Wasps

Ian Madigan misses out for Bordeaux, as does Gareth Steenson for opponents Exeter Chiefs

Scarlets coach: ‘We had to play our best game out there last year to get the win’

Frontrow crisis means Aaron Jarvis and uncapped Rob Evans start against strong Italy pack

Outhalf Ross Byrne says team determined to purge frustrations of home defeat to England

Pat Lam’s side eager to protect their top six status against their closest pursuers

Bath centre caps dynamic display with brilliant second-half score against Wales

Uncapped players Gareth Davies and Matthew Morgan included among the replacements

Gatland praises Munster lock for leadership role ahead of clash with Barbarians