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Olding signs for Brive following Ulster release

Brive have announced the signing of Stuart Olding, who was released by Ulster last month despite his acquittal in a rape trial.

History will be made when Stormers flanker Siya Kolisi leads the Springboks in three home Tests against England in June.

Toulouse's Richie Gray has joined Alex Dunbar in pulling out of the Scotland squad for their June fixtures.

Saracens have announced a new contract for skipper Brad Barritt, who is staying with the club for at least the next two seasons.

Jared Payne has ended his playing career on medical advice and will take up a role as defence coach at Ulster.

Wales will have to do without Aaron Shingler and Ashton Hewitt when they come up against the Springboks and the Pumas in June.

World Rugby's proposed new law to protect players in the tackle has been endorsed by All Blacks coach Steve Hansen.

Victory over the Scarlets saw Leinster become the first team to combine European Champions Cup success with the Pro14 title.

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Racing 92 pushed late on, but they were unable to find a way past Castres in the Top 14 semi-finals.

Saracens finished their Premiership final win over Exeter Chiefs without Owen Farrell, but his injury was not serious.

Lyon overcame the odds to beat Toulon last week, but Montpellier were a class above in Friday's Top 14 semi-final.

England have named four uncapped players in their starting XV to face the Baa Baas, while Danny Cipriani is among the replacements.

The Highlanders' Tevita Nabura will be sidelined until mid-July after being handed a six-week ban.

After enduring a disappointing Pro14 season, Connacht have appointed Andy Friend to try and turn their fortunes around.

Mark Bennett has been called into Scotland's squad for their June Test matches to replace the injured Alex Dunbar.