Friday Evening Round Up
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Five legends inducted into World Rugby Hall of Fame
Felipe Contepomi (Argentina), Al Charron (Canada), Rob Andrew (England), Fabien Pelous (France) and Phaidra Knight (USA) were inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame today at a special ceremony in Rugby, England, to celebrate their lives and careers in the game.
The five inductees arrive for their induction ceremony at the #WorldRugbyHOF in Rugby, England. Congratulations to: @phaidraknight
— World Rugby (@WorldRugby) November 10, 2017
Fabien Pelous
Felipe Contepomi
Rob Andrew
Al Charron pic.twitter.com/E7EcRVqjdu
Crusaders Lining Up Ronan O'Gara
According to reports in the Irish media, current Racing 92 assistant coach Ronan O’Gara is set for a shock switch to Christchurch, New Zealand where he is expected to take up a coaching position alongside Scott Robertson.
The Parisians are bracing themselves for O'Gara's exit in the next couple of months, with an initial two-year contract on offer from the reigning Super Rugby champions.
Tom Curry sidelined for 12 weeks
Sale Sharks flanker Tom Curry has been ruled out of England's November Test Series.
Following a scan this afternoon, it has been confirmed that Curry dislocated a small bone in his left wrist in training. He underwent a minor operation yesterday evening and is likely to be out for up to 12 weeks.
Henry Slade starts at 12 foe England vs Argentina
Catching up with the Scotland squad at BT Murrayfield and with hooker Stuart McInally
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