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Arundell nominated for Breakthrough Player of the Year

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London Irish’s Henry Arundell has been nominated for World Rugby Men’s Breakthrough Player of the Year, in partnership with Tudor.

Selected by the star-studded World Rugby Awards panels, nominees in the nine categories are set to be announced throughout today (Monday 14 November), with Arundell set to go up against Ange Capuozzo, Mack Hansen, and Dan Sheehan for the World Rugby Men’s 15s Breakthrough Player of the Year prize.

Arundell burst onto the scene with a fantastic individual length-of-the-pitch try against RC Toulon in the European Rugby Challenge Cup and has continued to make a name for himself in the London Irish jersey, scoring 10 tries in just 19 appearances.

Henry then made his mark on the international stage, scoring on debut for England on their tour to Australia over the summer where he played in all three tests, assisting his country to a series win.

“Everyone is delighted for Henry on his nomination for the World Rugby Men’s Breakthrough Player of the Year,” said Declan Kidney, Director of Rugby.

“He is a determined young man who has sacrificed a lot to get to this point. The most pleasing thing to see is that his attitude and desire to improve has not waivered. The future is bright for Henry, and we look forward to seeing what he can do in a London Irish jersey.”

“It’s a real honour to be nominated for such a fantastic award and to be in contention with some brilliant players,” said Arundell.

“I have had the continued support from family, friends, teammates and coaches throughout my young career and I can’t thank them enough for what they have done for me.

“This nomination is something I am very proud of. Thank you to the World Rugby Awards panel for nominating me, it’s not something I take lightly.”

The prestigious World Rugby Awards 2022 will be presented in Monaco on Sunday 20 November.

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SHARKS TO SIGN FIJI SKIPPER NAYACALEVU

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Sale Sharks have agreed a deal to sign Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu from French Top14 side Toulon. 

The explosive centre, who starred for his country during the recent World Cup, has signed a one-year contract with an option for a further year. 

He will join up with Alex Sanderson’s Sharks squad ahead of the start of the 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership season. 

Waisea, 33, said: “I’ve watched the Premiership for a long time and it’s always been in the back of my mind that I would love to play there one day and experience rugby in England. 

“Now that opportunity has arrived and I’m really, really happy and grateful. I’m so excited to get over there and join the boys and see how I can contribute to the team. 

“I have spoken to Telusa Veainu and he only has positive things to say about the club and about Manchester. 

“I’m looking forward to playing with some of the guys I’ve played against, like Tom Curry and George Ford. But I also know there are a lot of really talented young players in the Sale Sharks squad and I’m excited to share my experience and help them develop as much as I can.  

“I told Alex that it’s what I’ve been doing for the last few years of my career and it’s something I’m passionate about.” 

Nayacalevu, who stands at 6’4” and weighs in at 16st 7lb, spent ten years at Top14 side Stade Français before making the switch to Toulon in 2022.  

He has won 34 caps for Fiji, slotting in at both centre and on the wing, and captained his country at last year’s World Cup, where the Pacific Islanders made the quarter-finals, losing 30-24 to England in Marseille. 

He also famously scored for Fiji in their memorable pre-World Cup win against England at Twickenham. 

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Falcons star to join Saracens

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Phil Brantingham to join Saracens

Tuesday 05 March 2024 Written by: Tom Grisedale

Prop-forward Phil Brantingham will leave Newcastle Falcons in the summer to join Saracens.

The 22-year-old has played 25 games for his home town club, and leaves with the thanks and best wishes of everyone at the Falcons.

Chairman of rugby Matt Thompson said: “Phil has done well for us and we made him a good offer to stay here.

“We respect his decision and wish him all the best for his move in the summer, but between now and then he will be fully committed to finishing the season strongly for Newcastle Falcons.”

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WIESE SET TO RETURN TO SA

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Sale Sharks can confirm that forward Cobus Wiese will leave the club at the end of the season to return to South Africa. 

The 26-year-old lock has played almost 80 games for the club and scored five tries since joining from the DHL Stormers ahead of the 2020/21 season. 

He played a key role last year as Sale reached the Premiership final, and this season he has featured a further 13 times for Alex Sanderson’s side. 

Alex said: “Cobus will be missed by all of us on so many levels. He’s the most polite and courteous of people off the field, but the most wildly excitable man on the field, and on a night out. 

“To say Cobus wears his heart on his sleeve is to do him a disservice with regards to his emotional commitment for which his body has paid the price on occasion.  

“He leads by example and has earnt the respect and adoration of the group both on a professional and a personal level. We wish him every success and happiness with his move back home.” 

Everyone at Sale Sharks would like to thank Cobus for his contribution to the club and the team during his time here and we wish him all the very best for the future.  

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