The United Rugby Championship involves teams from Ireland, Italy, Scotland, South Africa, and Wales. The league is one of the three major professional leagues in Europe, the most successful teams from which go forward to compete in the European Rugby.
Leinster fly-half Ross Byrne has been ruled out of the upcoming United Rugby Championship game against Connacht due to an arm injury.
Munster have announced that Jean Kleyn, John Hodnett and Liam Coombes have signed contract extensions with the Irish province.
Wales international George North is set to leave Ospreys for a Pro D2 side according to a report.
Scarlets have announced the signing of Welsh tight-head prop Joe Jones with immediate effect.
Ospreys wing Mat Protheroe has been handed a three-game ban following his red card incident in the recently concluded United Rugby Championship game against Dragons.
Wales international lock Ben Carter is set to spend a lengthy period on the sidelines following a hamstring injury.