Friday Morning Round Up

Friday Morning Round Up

Hooper calls on SANZAAR & World Rugby to revisit neck rolls

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has called on SANZAAR and World Rugby to take neck rolls more seriously.

This comes after the news that David Pocock has been ruled out of the Wallabies' clash with the Springboks at the 11th hour. Full Story

Lima Sopoaga set to start for Wasps against Exeter Chiefs


The 2015 Super Rugby winner is set to make his debut against Exeter Chiefs this weekend. Lima Sopoaga, 27, has represented the NZ U20 side as well as the All Blacks scoring over 60 international points in his 18 appearances. Full Story

Pocock ruled out of Springbok clash


Wallabies number eight David Pocock has been withdrawn from Saturday night’s clash against South Africa after failing to overcome a neck injury sustained in the second Bledisloe Cup clash in Auckland. Pocock has been replaced in the starting side by Pete Samu, who will earn his first Test start when he runs out at Suncorp Stadium tomorrow. Full Story

Brumbies Snap Up Douglas

The Brumbies have announced the signing of Scottish-born forward Murray Douglas for the 2019 and 2020 Super Rugby seasons. Full Story

Chris Ashton suspension to run until 15 October

Following his seven-week suspension for a dangerous tackle during Sale’s pre-season fixture against Castres Olympique, Chris Ashton’s suspension will now run until 15 October due to a change to Sale Sharks' fixture list. Full Story

Top Tries from Round 1 of the PRO14

Tonight's Line-Ups

Glasgow Warriors v Munster


Ulster v Edinburgh


Northampton Saints v Harlequins



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