Weekly Round Up

Johann van Graan will replace Rassie Erasmus at Munster

The Irish Times has reported that van Graan, who formerly worked with the Bulls and is currently coaching the Springboks’ forwards, will link up with Munster after the conclusion of the Rugby Championships. Full story

HIGHLIGHTS: Canberra Vikings vs Fijian Drua

Only one side in this one as Canberra Vikings 10 tries to comprehensively beat the Fijian Drua by 61 points. Vikings captain Tom Cusack starred scoring a hattrick while Fa'aleli Sione and Tom Banks both score braces.

HIGHLIGHTS: North Harbour v Hawke's Bay

North Harbour edged Hawke's Bay 33-30 in a thrilling round 7 Mitre 10 Cup encounter. Hawke's Bay ran in two first half tries to one to take a 17-13 lead into the break.

Allister on Cronje & Ralepelle selections

Stander set for Munster return

Following his impressive British and Irish Lions exploits over the summer, CJ Stander is relishing his return to the red of Munster in this Saturday's PRO14 clash with Cardiff in Thomond Park.

Thursday Round Up

Ryan Grant and Bobby Beattie sign deals with Glasgow, Taranaki extend their run of unbeaten games, Matt Fagerson signs professional contract with Glasgow Warriors and more

Wednesday Round Up

Sefa Naivalu ruled out for the season with a shoulder injury, Danny Wilson to leave his position as head coach of Cardiff Blues, Key Wallabies against the Springboks and more

Tuesday Round Up

Peter Robb is rehabilitating from recent hip surgery and will be out of action until December, Warren Whiteley fit for Springboks’ year-end tour, Benetton Treviso sign hooker Tomas Baravalle and more

Monday Round Up

Wallaby international James Hanson joins Gloucester on short term deal, Richard Blaze resigns as Leicester Tigers forwards coach, 7 Springboks released for Currie Cup duty and more