Friday Evening Round Up

London Scottish have announced the signing of utility back Charlie Ingall.

The utility back has international experience having been part of the Ireland Under 20 set up at the Junior World Cup.

He will make his debut this weekend at full back against Dragons Premiership Select in the British and Irish Cup.

Morgan Allen signs for Ealing Trailfinders

Ealing Trailfinders have confirmed the signing of number eight Morgan Allen for the remainder of the 2017/18 season. 

The 27-year-old has also played for the Ospreys, spending five years with the Swansea outfit and playing 53 times. 

Challenge Cup Highlights: Pau vs Gloucester Rugby

Pau ran out 27-21 victors over Gloucester in this Challenge Cup opener at Stade du Hameau.

Rassie Erasmus to start in his position as SA Rugby director of rugby on 1 November

Following news that Rassie Erasmus will be re-joining SA Rugby by the end of this year, it has now been confirmed that he will start his position as SA Rugby director of rugby on 1 November, two months earlier than expected.

According to Netwerk24.com, the contract between Munster and Erasmus will be terminated on 31 October now that Van Graan has signed on as his replacement.

Josh Turnbull extends Cardiff Blues stay

Josh Turnbull has committed his future to Cardiff Blues by signing a new long-term contract with the region.

The flanker's current deal was due to expire at the end of the 2017/18 season but he has put pen to paper to stretch his stay at Cardiff Arms Park beyond four years.

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