Kurtley Beale

http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/new-south-wales-waratahs-playmaker-kurtley-beale-signs-with-melbourne-rebels-for-2012-super-rugby-season/story-e6frf4qu-1226038637867?from=public_rss

Signed for Melbourne Rebels. Fantastic player at the moment. I thought he is older than 22 though.

What a signing - could potenially be one of the best backs in the world for the next 10 years. Not even sure fullback is his best position - he has the skill set of a fly half (in attack, not sure what his defense is like) and the pace of a wing. A big show of intent by the Rebels as well.

A fantastic signing.One of the best full backs in the game.Solid in defence and electric attacking.His try against Wales this year was fantastic. I'd be guttted if I were a Waratahs fan.

Seems the Rebels are signing O'Conner as well - are they trying to sign the whole Aus backline? (minus Gitteau who is off to France after the World Cup)

http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-union/union-news/james-oconnor-joins-melbourne-rebels-20110415-1dhce.html

They are certainly ambitious with their signings. Its good to see, as it seemed as if they might not have been able to compete.

Class player

I hope the Rebels do well though because they have some great players who can play great rugby when they're on form. If they sign O'Conner then they need to make sure he only plays in one position because he has played everywhere for the force this season, which is never good for a young precotious talent like himself.