
The Australian Rugby Union has confirmed that they will allow their four Super 14 sides to field foreign players from next season.

Former Australia and Newcastle full-back Matthew Burke has been appointed kicking coach of the Waratahs.

Chris Hickey has agreed a three-year deal with the New South Wales Rugby Union to become the new boss of the Waratahs.

The Crusaders have clinched their seventh Super Rugby title after beating a determined Waratahs outfit 20-12 in Christchurch.
| Pos | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Hurricanes | 13 | 41 |
| 3 | Blues | 13 | 40 |
| 4 | NSW Waratahs | 12 | 39 |
| 5 | Stormers | 12 | 37 |
| 6 | Sharks | 12 | 37 |
Dewi Morris previews a cracking start to the Guinness Premiership as Northampton host Worcester.
Former England coach Brian Ashton spoke to skysports.com about the new Guinness Premiership season.
The Rugby Club spoke to Saints coach Jim Mallinder about Northampton's return to the Premiership.