Sacked duo set for France switch

Sacked by Ulster Rugby and the IRFU, the two rugby stars acquitted of rape this month look likely to end up playing in France.

Over the weekend, it emerged that a number of French clubs are looking at the option of signing Paddy Jackson, with a number of offers on the table. His teammate Stuart Olding is also looking to France to relaunch his career.

The decision to revoke their Ulster Rugby contracts with immediate effect followed an internal review into their conduct.