Scotland and Lions openside Hamish Watson looks set to end his 14-year association with Edinburgh this summer and has been attracting significant interest from clubs in Japan’s Rugby League One.
Round six of the Gallagher Premiership promises to deliver another thrilling weekend of action, with teams looking to solidify their positions ahead of a break before the Test rugby returns in November.
A competitive encounter was decided by the home side’s clinical finishing as Franco Smith’s men continued their strong start to the season.
Recent Italy recruit Paolo Odogwu has named Benetton as his new club following the conclusion of his short-term deal with Stade Francais.
Out of contract with Wasps, and looking for a new challenge with a newborn, the fleet-footed wing accepted the Italian job
Cardiff’s director of rugby Dai Young called Benetton “a very good team” after they made history by becoming the first Italian side to reach a European semi-final with their 27-23 home win over the Welsh outfit in the EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final.
The Lions kept alive their URC playoff hopes as a stunning late comeback saw them secure a 32-28 win over Benetton at Stadio Monigo.
Ospreys replacement fly-half Jack Walsh saw his conversion attempt to clinch a dramatic comeback win agonisingly hit the post.
Replacement Caolin Blade claimed a 66th-minute bonus point as Connacht overcame Benetton 38-19 at the Sportsground.
Edinburgh failed to take advantage of the early sending-off of Benetton debutant Matteo Minozzi as they were beaten 24-17 by the Italians in the United Rugby Championship.
