REBELS TARGET HEASLIP

The Melbourne Rebels have confirmed their interest in signing Ireland international Jamie Heaslip.

BORTHWICK BLOW FOR ENGLAND

England have lost captain Steve Borthwick to a knee injury ahead of Saturday's 6 Nations clash with France.

TRIPLE INJURY BLOW FOR ITALY

Andrea Masi, Carlo Del Fava and Paul Derbyshire have all been ruled out of Italy's RBS 6 Nations game with Wales.

D'ARCY PARTICIPATES IN TRAINING

Gordon D'Arcy played a full part in Ireland training on Thursday.

BORTHWICK REMAINS INJURY DOUBT

England will wait until Friday before deciding upon Steve Borthwick's availability for Saturday's clash with France.