The Ospreys are delighted to announce that they have secured the services of young winger Hanno Dirksen for another two years, contracting him until the end of the 2013/14 season.

The 2012 RaboDirect PRO12 Final will be beamed around the world into more than 80 countries as Leinster Rugby attempt to make it third time lucky at the RDS, Dublin on Sunday, 27 May (kick-off 4.00pm).

Edinburgh's Flying Dutchman Tim Visser has been rewarded for his stunning form in the RaboDirect PRO12 with a first ever call-up to Andy Robinson's Scotland squad.

Munster full-back Felix Jones will be out of action for four months after it was revealed that he requires an operation on his shoulder.

Uncapped Scarlets pair Liam Williams and Rhodri Jones have been named in Wales' 38-man training squad ahead of their tour of Australia and stand-in coach Rob Howley insists they are ready to make the step up.

Cardiff Blues are delighted to announce that Wales winger Alex Cuthbert has signed a new contract extension with the region.

Stand-in Wales coach Rob Howley has thrown his weight behind the Ospreys' bid for RaboDirect PRO12 glory - admitting domestic success for the welsh region could kick-start his search for a memorable international tour Down Under.

Italy head coach Jacques Brunel has named three uncapped Aironi players in his 30-man squad to tour the Americas in June.

Brian O'Driscoll is back fighting fit and insists Leinster will not be taking RaboDirect PRO12 rivals Ulster lightly when the Heineken Cup final gets underway on Saturday.

Newport Gwent Dragons are delighted to announce 2 new signings to bolster their squad ahead of the 2012/2013 season.