Pro 14

Scotland international Magnus Bradbury has been appointed as the captain of Edinburgh side for the upcoming season.

Pro 14 chief executive Martin Anayi admitted that the addition of two South African teams to the league ahead of the new season will only make it better and exciting.

Glasgow Warriors head coach Dave Rennie has confirmed flanker Ryan Wilson has the captain of the Pro 14 club ahead of the new season.

Ulster have acquired the services of Australia international Christian Lealiifano for a short-term deal as a cover to Paddy Jackson.

Cheetahs managing director Harold Verster is excited by the challenges ahead of their move to Pro 14 league for the upcoming season.

Wales assistant coach Shaun Edwards will join Cardiff Blues on a part-time consultant role as defence coach.

Australia international Christian Lealiifano is eyeing a comeback into the game through a short stint with Pro 14 club Ulster following his recovery from cancer.

Former Lions and Ireland captain, Brian O’Driscoll, has hailed the addition of two South African teams to what was becoming a ‘stale’ Guinness Pro12.

The fixtures for the upcoming season of Guinness PRO14 has been unveiled on Tuesday.

Harlequins have confirmed the departure of fly-half Ruaridh Jackson from the Aviva Premiership club with immediate effect.

The expansion of the now-Guinness Pro14 by two teams is the latest step on the Celtic teams' quest for a return to European glory.

Scottish Rugby Union has welcomed the decision to include the two South African teams in the expanded Pro 14 league ahead of the upcoming season.

2 new teams, 2 new conferences, 152 games, welcome Cheetahs Rugby and Southern Kings for what should be the most exciting season yet.

The PRO 12 league is set to expand to 14 teams from next season with South Africa regional teams Cheetahs and Kings confirmed to be part of the tournament.