Olympian McConnochie commits to Bath

Rumoured Newcastle target Ruaridh McConnochie has joined a host of current players at Bath in re-signing for the club for next season.

McConnochie has only started four matches in an injury-hit season but Bath boss Johann van Graan has offered the 32-year-old England international a one-year extension to his current deal.

The powerful winger played two Tests for England in 2019 and won a silver medal with Team GB at the Rio Olympics in 2016. In 2023, he was part of Scotland’s training squad for the Rugby World Cup but didn’t make the final cut.

McConnochie signed for Bath ahead of the 2018/19 season after crossing over from sevens and has scored 16 tries in 60 Premiership appearances.

On signing a new deal with Bath, he said: “I owe a lot to this special club as it was the only one which gave me a shot coming from sevens in 2018. I still feel I can contribute here on and off the field as this group grows and be part of a squad that wins silverware for this city. Thanks to Johann for giving me this opportunity.”

Head of Rugby Johann van Graan added: “Ruaridh is a true professional, a club man, and always does his best for the team. He is also an exceptional rugby player, specifically in the air, an extremely good communicator and a very good finisher. I am very glad that he is staying at Bath Rugby.”