Monday Afternoon Round Up
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Johan Ackermann named as Gloucester Rugby Head Coach
Gloucester Rugby have today confirmed the appointment of Johan Ackermann as the club's new Head Coach ahead of the 2017-18 season.
The 47-year-old former Springbok will take up his new position following the conclusion of their Super Rugby campaign.
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Gloucester duo Joe Latta and Joe Batley sign to join Bristol Rugby for 2017/18
Bristol Rugby have confirmed the signing of Gloucester second row duo Joe Latta and Joe Batley as the squad continues to build ahead of the 2017/18 season.
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Noa Nakaitaci ruled out for the rest of the season
France and Clermont wing Noa Nakaitaci has been ruled out for the rest of the season after rupturing ligaments against Toulon on Sunday.
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New Zealand centre Shaun Treeby joins Stormers on short-term contract
Stormers Rugby have confirmed that New Zealand centre Shaun Treeby has joined the club on a short-term contract as injury cover.
Treeby made his Super Rugby debut for the Highlanders in 2011 and has amassed 50 caps.
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Jonathan Faauli suspended for 4 weeks following high tackle
Chiefs Super Rugby centre Jonathan Faauli has been slapped with a four week suspension for a dangerous tackle in his team’s victory over the Bulls.
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Social media Round Up:
All Blacks legend Dan Carter to be inducted into the RPA Hall of Fame 👏
— Ultimate Rugby (@ultimaterugby) April 3, 2017
3x World POTY 🥇
112 Test Caps 🇳🇿
3x Super Rugby Titles 🏆
2x RWC 🌎 pic.twitter.com/HD1MkqajTJ
📈 #SuperRugby Top Defenders beaten🏉:
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Our #ChampionsCup + #challengecup TOTW...
— Ultimate Rugby (@ultimaterugby) April 2, 2017
Any glaring omissions? 🤔
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⏰ 25min to go before #VarsityCup10 SF kick off🏉.
— Ultimate Rugby (@ultimaterugby) April 3, 2017
1st up @MatiesRugby vs @UJ_Sport
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