Catt joins England coaching team for South Africa tour

LONDON – Mike Catt will join England’s coaching staff for next month’s five-match tour of South Africa, the Rugby Football Union (RFU) said on Tuesday.

The South African-born former England utility back will leave London Irish after Saturday’s final Premiership game against Gloucester for England duties from May 7 to June 30.

“Mike has played at the top level and is highly respected.

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