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Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has signed British and Irish Lions Finn Russell and Henry Pollock

ByChris JonesRugby union correspondent

Renowned boxing promoter Eddie Hearn is expected to ramp up his influence in rugby union after meeting with Prem bosses in Monaco last week.

Hearn, who runs Matchroom Sport, has made a foray into rugby by signing high-profile players Finn Russell and Henry Pollock to his stable.

And the sports mogul has been backed to make a big impact in the sport by senior figures in the English game.