Tuesday Morning Round Up

Simon Zebo To Leave Munster

Munster Rugby and the IRFU can confirm that Simon Zebo will depart the province at the end of the current season.

The 27-year-old winger and fullback has attracted the interest of several European clubs who have offered terms that Munster and the IRFU are unable to match despite both the province and the Union making every effort to retain the player with substantial improvements made to his existing deal.

Seb Davies signs senior contract with Cardiff Blues

Cardiff Blues have confirmed that Seb Davies is the latest player to commit his long-term future to the region.

The Wales international had attracted interest from rival teams but has followed in the footsteps of Rhun Williams and Corey Domachowski by signing his first senior contract at Cardiff Arms Park.

Niall Scannell ruled out of November internationals

Munster and Ireland hooker Niall Scannell faces an extended spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on a thumb injury.

Scannell is likely to be out of action for six weeks which ruled him out of Ireland's three November internationals against South Africa, Fiji & Argentina.

Dylan Hartley, Nathan Hughes and Joe Marler all cited after weekend of European action

England trio Dylan Harley, Nathan Hughes and Joe Marler will all face disciplinary hearings tomorrow after the weekend's European action.

Hartley was cited for striking Rabah Slimani with his hand during Northampton Saints’ 24-7 Champions Cup defeat to Clermont Auvergne on Saturday.

Harlequins loosehead prop, Marlerreceived his citing for striking Will Rowlands with his elbow and Wasps No 8, Hughes for a dangerous tackle on Marcus Smith.

Germany's Rugby 7s rising

Germany's rugby sevens programme is confident they have what it takes to compete with the top teams.