Reihana's absence left Northampton without a recognised goalkicker - he is unlikely to resume goalkicking against Biarritz because of a problem with his hamstring tendon - and his replacement, Carlos Spencer, has been frustratingly erratic.

BBC: Saints on the brink

Ntini flew home after being sidelined for the final Test by a tear in a tendon behind his left hamstring.

BBC: SPORT | Cricket | Nel faces lengthy injury lay-off