NEWS EXTRA

GJ van Velze has rejoined Bath for the new season. The 35-year-old South African forward made 10 Premiership appearances for the club last season and scored one try. “GJ really impressed us last season and it’s great to welcome him back for a second year,” head of rugby Johann van Graan said. Van Velze, who can operate at lock, flanker or No.8, played for the Bulls in super Rugby before stints at Northampton and Worcester.

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