Saracens have confirmed they have made contact with Gavin Henson as a possible solution to their potential problem at fly-half.

Brendan Venter has warned the International Rugby Board that the game will be harmed if they do not address the current problems at the breakdown.

New Leicester coach Heyneke Meyer has completed the signing of protege Derick Hougaard from the Blue Bulls.

South Africa's U21 fly-half Derick Hougaard is still in the picture to make the World Cup squad, Springbok coach Rudolf Straeuli insists.