Friday Afternoon Round Up

Beale's recovery update

Kurtley Beale, who sustained a knee injury playing for the Waratahs in May, is recovering well, according to Wasps.

"The first six weeks following surgery were spent in a knee brace, since then Beale has returned to the Waratahs to continue his rehabilitation, which has progressed well," said the club in a statement on their official website.

"We're all looking forward to Kurtley joining up with the squad in mid-August, but our priority is the player's welfare. Firstly, we have to make sure that he's ready to travel, before then making sure that he is fit to play," concluded Wasps' director of rugby Dai Young.

Ransom to assist London Irish back line

London Irish have signed full-back Ben Ransom from reigning Premiership champions, Saracens ahead of the 2016-17 season.

"I'm delighted to have joined London Irish and I'm really enjoying working under the new management structure,” said Ransom.

The 24-year-old was part of the Saracens squad that won the Premiership title three times as well as the European Rugby Champions Cup.

Toolis signs two-year deal with Rebels

The Rebels have confirmed to signing Queenslander, Alex Toolis on a two-year deal, beginning in 2017.

Edwards' Toulon move blocked by WRU

The Wales defence coach, Shaun Edwards, who had previously been given permission to spend time with Toulon, has now been prevented from taking on a role with the French club side.

"Whilst we encourage coaching staff gaining experience in other environments, the scope of the opportunity at Toulon has changed and would represent an unacceptable compromise.

"Shaun remains committed to Wales up to RWC 2019," said the WRU's statement.

Highlanders secure semi-final spot

The Highlanders held on for a 15-9 Quarter Final win over the Brumbies in Super Rugby, with the Brumbies throwing everything they had at their opponents in the final moments of the match, but some superb defence kept them at bay as the defending champion Highlanders march into the Semi Finals.