Wednesday Evening Round Up

Connacht Rugby sign Irish-qualified scrumhalf James Mitchell

Connacht Rugby and the IRFU have announced the signing of scrumhalf James Mitchell on a two-year deal. Full story

Cloete back in SA ‘A’ squad for French Barbarians

Southern Kings flank Chris Cloete has been drafted back into the SA ‘A’ team following Jean-Luc du Preez’s elevation to the Springbok squad. Full story

British & Irish Lions lose first match on NZ tour

The British and Irish Lions suffered a 22-16 defeat to the Blues on Wednesday after a late Ihaia West try secured a famous victory for the Auckland side. Highlights and more

Lyon sign Hendrik Roodt

Lyon has signed South African-born lock Hendrik Roodt ahead of the 2017/18 season. Full story

Josh Strauss and WP Nel return to the Scotland starting XV to face Italy, Charlie Ngatai returns to the Chiefs starting XV, Julian Savea is set to make his 100th appearance and more