Wednesday Morning Round Up

World Rugby announces historic eligibility regulation reform

An historic programme of reform of rugby’s international eligibility regulation has been approved by the World Rugby Council, making players reside for an extra two years in a country before becoming eligible to play for it. (Read more)

SB Williams ruled out of Cheetahs clash

Sonny Bill Williams has been ruled out of the Blues team for Friday night's Super Rugby match against the Cheetahs at Eden Park due to concussion. (Follow Blues vs Cheetahs)

Lyon sign Etienne Oosthuizen and François Van der Merwe

Lyon has confirmed the signings of two South African locks in Francois Van der Merwe, who joins from Racing 92, and Sharks Etienne Oosthuizen. (Full story)

Toby Flood rejoins Newcastle Flacons

60-times-capped England fly-half Toby Flood is returning to Newcastle Falcons, having re-signed for the club from French giants Toulouse. (Full story)

Brumbies team to face the Lions