Charlie Atkinson signs a new Gloucester Rugby contract until at least 2029 after winning three club Player of the Season awards.
Tom Curry signs a new Sale Sharks contract until at least 2028, extending his decade-long association with the Premiership club.
Tom Pearson has signed a new Northampton Saints contract after helping the club win two Gallagher PREM titles in three seasons.
Cardiff began the URC season with a 21-15 derby victory over Scarlets, who showed their attacking threat, while an international pair impressed. Iestyn Rhys-Thomas analyses the contest.
Gloucester Rugby opened their Gallagher PREM season with an impressive 45-24 win over Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park.
Bath opened their Gallagher PREM season with a 33-17 win over Harlequins in front of a sold-out crowd at The Stoop.
Northampton Saints began their Gallagher PREM title defence with a 59-26 win over Newcastle Red Bulls at DPD Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens on Friday night.
The Gallagher PREM launches its 30th season with a full opening weekend, PREM30 celebrations and strong early Final ticket sales.
England hooker Gabriel Oghre has signed a new Bristol Bears contract after scoring 26 tries in 63 appearances for the club.
Bristol Bears summer signing Ethan Staddon faces a lengthy absence after suffering an ACL injury before the new PREM season.
As the United Rugby Championship returns, Iestyn-Rhys Thomas assesses the four Welsh regions, from key signings and players to watch to their hopes for the new season.
