
The RFU have set a date of July 29 for the disciplinary hearing against Michael Lipman and three former Bath team-mates.

Bath Rugby have completed the signing of utility Matt Carraro on a two-year deal.

The new Guinness Premiership season kicks off in September with a number of local derbies up and down the country.

Former Bath lock Martin Haag returns to the club as forwards coach to the senior team.

Bath has received a well-timed boost after securing highly-rated Australian flanker Julian Salvi on a one year deal.

Former Bath players Michael Lipman, Alex Crockett, Andrew Higgins and Justin Harrison are to face an RFU disciplinary panel.

Pictures from the British and Irish Lions victory in the third and final Test in Johannesburg.
The British and Irish Lions take time out to go on safari ahead of the third test against South Africa.
Pictures from an enthralling second Test between the British and Irish Lions and South Africa.
It's win or bust for the Lions but before they head to Pretoria, there was some last-minute training.
Pictures from the British and Irish Lions victory in the third and final Test in Johannesburg.
| Pos | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bath | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Gloucester | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Harlequins | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Leeds Carnegie | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | Leicester Tigers | 0 | 0 |
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