Rugby Union Today: Loose Pass and RWC hero

Colin Newboult
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Toulon's James O'Connor during the European Champions Cup, pool five match at the Recreation Ground, Bath.

Another busy day in the rugby union game as Loose Pass returned to Planet Rugby to provide its unique take on several topics in the sport.

What’s on the site

James O’Connor hit the headlines this week after Sale Sharks confirmed that the back has left the club to pursue his international ambitions and Loose Pass discussed that case, as well as Danny Cipriani’s return to the England squad.

Elsewhere, take a look at our ongoing ‘My World Cup hero’ feature, which moves onto former Australia captain John Eales. who led them to the title in 1999, defeating France in the final in Cardiff.

What’s in the news

South Africa are taking their time over Siya Kolisi’s injury, with boss Rassie Erasmus stating that the flanker will miss their opening two games in the Rugby Championship due to a knee injury suffered in May.

Meanwhile, Harlequins’ recruitment for the forthcoming season continued with the additions of Vereniki Goneva and Tevita Cavubati from relegated Newcastle Falcons.

What’s on social media

Quins released this post for the announcement of Goneva’s signing but we don’t think that Gabriel Ibitoye or Paul Gustard will get any acting awards for this effort.

What’s on TV

Only Super Rugby remains before all the focus shifts to the international game and Saturday’s final between the Crusaders and Jaguares will be broadcast on Sky Sports.

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