Wednesday Morning Round Up
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Conor Murray could face the All Blacks
Ireland have not ruled out the possibility of star scrumhalf Conor Murray featuring in the upcoming November Tests.
The first-choice scrum-half has not taken the field since helping Ireland to a series win over the Wallabies in Australia in June after suffering a neck injury during Munster’s pre-season.
Introducing New Zealand's Super Rugby class of 2019
Thirty-three new faces feature among the 190 professional players contracted by New Zealand’s five Investec Super Rugby clubs for the 2019 season.
The Blues, Chiefs, Wellington, Crusaders and Highlanders have named their 38-strong squads today after confirming the last of the remaining spots on their rosters.
Eddie Jones trims squad for Springbok test
Zach Mercer could win his first cap at number eight, although Brad Shields and Mark Wilson can also play in the position that was expected to be filled by Morgan.
Uncapped Warriors duo Nick Schonert and Ted Hill who were selected in the 36-strong training squad have been released.
Jones has also dropped winger/fullback Mike Brown.
Former Japan U20 wrecking ball included in Chiefs squad
Tongan-born Japan international winger Ataata Moeakiola was the unknown player among the 38-man Chiefs squad for the 2019 Super Rugby season.
The 22-year-old is one of six new faces contracted to the Chiefs for the first time.
Dane Coles and John Plumtree discuss Hurricanes 2019 Squad
Shortlist for International Try of the Year
The shortlist for @IntRugbyPlayers Try of the Year has been announced, featuring tries from @IrishRugby @AllBlacks and @Scotlandteam
— World Rugby (@WorldRugby) October 30, 2018
The winner will be announced on 25 November at the #WorldRugbyAwards
Which try do you think should win it? pic.twitter.com/fPgNwl28uF
