Edinburgh coach Andy Robinson is desperate for his side to find a cutting edge which will see them convert possession into points.

Edinburgh failed to cope with the absence of Scotland star Chris Paterson as they lost 13-9 to Ulster in the Celtic League.

Munster made a winning return to their spiritual home of Thomond Park but they had to put in a hard night's work against a durable Glasgow side, who they beat 25-17.

Scottish Rugby chief Gordon McKie has confirmed he is determined to bring the World Cup to Scotland within the next 11 years.

Scotland captain Jason White continued his battle back to full fitness with 40 minutes of Premiership rugby for his club Sale against London Irish.

A host of New Zealand stars - including superstar winger Sitiveni Sivivatu - return to action for their provinces this weekend as the All Blacks begin their preparations for the Test against Scotland in a month's time.

England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland are among a record number of countries set to make official bids for hosting the 2015 or 2019 Rugby World Cup tournaments.

Glasgow head coach Sean Lineen was confident his players would bounce back against Llanelli in the Celtic League.

Glasgow are closing in on a swoop for Argentina's record try-scorer Jose Maria Nunez Piossek.

Former Scotland hooker Steve Scott has been appointed by Scottish Rugby as a specialist skills coach.

Edinburgh coach Andy Robinson has paid tribute to the durability and character of Scotland prop Allan Jacobsen.

Newport Gwent Dragons climbed up the Magners League table as they clung on for victory over Edinburgh at Rodney Parade.