Connacht director of rugby Michael Bradley has received a glowing assessment from the club's hierarchy as he begins the countdown to the end of his seven-year stay in Galway.

Glasgow Warriors scrum-half Chris Cusiter is looking for Scotland to produce the finishing touches that will bring about the win he believes his side's performances deserve.

Ospreys star Shane Williams is back to his best. That's the view of Wales coach Warren Gatland.

The Ospreys are delighted to confirm that Scottish international Nikki Walker has signed a new contract. Walker, who has been with the region since signing from Borders in 2006, has put pen to paper on a deal that keeps him at the Liberty Stadium until 2012.

New Connacht boss Eric Elwood believes an exciting future lies ahead for the Galway-based province.