This weekend was all about the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals.

But that does not mean theGuinness PRO14 went to sleep, as news continued to emerge from the league after such a bright opening three rounds.

In Port Elizabeth, theIsuzu Southern Kings are hunting for their next head coach, but despite three losses, they are in no rush to appoint until they find Mr Right.

Over in Japan, it was a weekend of mixed fortunes for the Guinness PRO14 players as Wales made the semi-finals in dramatic style.

And Ireland bowed out on Saturday night after a drubbing from the All Blacks.

Dragons flankerAaron Wainwright was the star for Wales in their comeback win over 14-man France.

Wainwright scored a try, assisted Ross Moriarty’s late winning score, made 14 tackles and two clean breaks but will best be remembered for the elbow he received off Sebastien Vahaamahina.

Over in Ireland however, the farewells began to a couple of Ireland’s all-time greats.

Rory Best has hung up his boots and scrum cap for the last time, andUlster paid tribute to their departing star.