The hooker will hang up his boots in 2027 after agreeing a one-year deal at the club

Scotland could replace Bangladesh at the tournament if they refuse to travel to India

Crichton follows Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, Mark Nawaqanitawase and Carter Gordon into rugby union

The Lions will take on the Black Ferns in a three-Test series in 2027

A controversial cut to the number of professional sides in the country appears to be reaching an unsatisfying conclusion

Experienced forwards Dave Cherry and Jonny Gray are recalled for the tournament