Megan Jones Has Been Named Captain Of The Red Roses For 2026
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyA lynchpin of the England squad, the 29-year-old replaces 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup-winning captain Zoe Stratford, who is expecting her first child. “Firstly, I’m really...
England should stick with Borthwick, says former coach Jones
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyEddie Jones believes it would be "foolhardy" for England to dismiss coach Steve Borthwick, despite their disappointing Six Nations campaign. A dramatic 48-46 defeat to France last weekend condemned England...
Farrell will have conversation over Ireland future after Six Nations
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyAndy Farrell reiterated his love for coaching Ireland and says he will have a conversation with the Irish Rugby Football Union after the conclusion of the Six Nations. Ireland clinched the Triple Crown...
Bemand Signs Contract Extension As Ireland Head Coach Through To Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe IRFU is delighted to announce that Scott Bemand has signed a contract extension to remain as Ireland Head Coach until Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029. In charge since August 2021, Bemand has spearheaded...
Andy Long takes the long road
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Newcastle and England hooker Andy Long is taking on the Marathon des Sables in aid of Challenging MND. He will be running 270km across the Sahara Desert in just six days starting from April 05...
Champ Rugby secures multi-year, purpose-led partnership
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyChamp Rugby is delighted to announce a multi-year partnership with contract caterer Elior UK, becoming the title sponsor of the Rugby Football Union’s (RFU) Tier 2 competition, in a relationship...
Six Nations Team Attack | Passing
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland completed more passes than any other side in the competition despite being tied second for time in possession. Scotland had the most time in possesion with 108 minutes across the five...
Six Nations Maulers | Who Got It Right?
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe maul is an effective weapon despite more laws coming in to govern it. It is no surprise that England had the most mauls in the 2026 Six Nations but what will come as a surprise is that Scotland had...
Six Nations Kicks From Hand Rankings
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyWhile a high volume of kicks from hand is a controversial metric due to the negative connotation it proves a highly valuable asset to have if you can do it on your own terms and with accuracy. While...
Six Nations Hookers Ranked
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyHaving a strong scrum and accurate line out are key to making a good team great, without them you will struggle to be a dominant force in the game. Here is a look at the line out data from this years tournament...
