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.
Cardiff have announced that Wales flanker James Botham has signed a long-term contract with the Welsh province.
Scarlets have announced the signing of Scotland prop Alec Hepburn ahead of the 2024/25 season.
Connacht have confirmed that Andrew Smith has signed a contract extension with the Irish province.
Scotland and Glasgow Warriors hooker Fraser Brown has announced that he will be retiring from professional rugby at the end of the ongoing season.
Cardiff have announced that tighthead prop Rhys Litterick has signed a new long-term contract with the Welsh province.
Wales and Scarlets hooker Ken Owens has announced his retirement from professional rugby with immediate effect on medical grounds.
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