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Tommy Freeman commits future to Northampton Saints

4 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

England international Tommy Freeman has signed a new contract at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens which sees the 23-year-old remain at Northampton Saints for the foreseeable future.   Freeman...

Tom Pearson pens new contract with Northampton Saints

5 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

Tom Pearson has committed his future to Northampton Saints, penning a contract extension to remain at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens beyond the current campaign.   The 24-year-old back...

Italy narrowly beat Wales in the WXV2

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

'Hannah Jones had failed to play in the previous three games for the Reds as a result of injury, and it was hoped that her presence would have boosted the spirits of Ioan Cunningham's squad. Unfortunately...

Gray to depart Glasgow Warriors at end of November

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Club centurion Richie Gray will depart Glasgow Warriors at the end of November, after the club agreed to allow the second-rower to pursue a new playing opportunity abroad. The move –...

Everything you need to know about the second round of WXV 2024

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

WXV returned in style last weekend and now the teams are ready for a potentially decisive second round. England’s meeting with New Zealand takes top billing as WXV 1 moves to Langley Event Centre,...

Easterby happy with Emerging Ireland’s Tour Opener

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Emerging Ireland head coach Simon Easterby was pleased with how his young players ‘stepped up to the challenge’ in their opening tour match against the Airlink Pumas. Despite...

New agreement between FFR and LNR and potential "France Development" match

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

The new agreement between the FFR and the LNR, concerning the release of players for international periods, has just been unveiled. We learn of the return of groups of 42 players, but also the possibility...

Meet Gareth Thomas: The late developer who has become Wales’ number one No 1

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

No player has started more Test matches for Wales over the past 12 months than Gareth Thomas.   He may not have the public profile of some of his team-mates, but the Ospreys prop has established...

Kendellen: You’re Putting On A Green Jersey, That’s Enough Motivation In Itself

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Being a leader has become second nature to Munster back rower Alex Kendellen. The 23-year-old has captained every team he has been a part of since his school days in Cork. He took on the responsibility...

World Rugby Women's Rankings preview: 27-29 September, 2024

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the opening round of WXV 2024 matches in Canada, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates this week.  Permutation highlights: Defending...