Thursday Morning Round Up
- 2522
Alex Ainley inks one-year extension with the Highlanders
The 35-year-old signed his first Super Rugby contract with the Highlanders in 2015. Full story
London Irish quartet sign senior Academy contracts
Josh Basham, Ollie Hassell-Collins, Ben Loader and Sam Collingridge have all been rewarded with senior Academy contracts ahead of the 2017/18 season. Full story
Exeter Chiefs coaches sign new deals
Ali Hepher, Rob Hunter and Ricky Pellow have all agreed on new three-year deals with the Premiership champions. Full story
Highlanders vs Reds
Melbourne Rebels vs Jaguares
Southern Kings vs Cheetahs
Fiji name a strong side to face Samoa
Josua Tuisova drops to the bench while Verenoko Goneva starts. Full squad
Sunwolves vs Blues
Chiefs vs Brumbies
Hurricanes vs Crusaders
Western Force vs Waratahs
Western Force TBC