Rugby World Cup 2023 Match Preview: Australia v Portugal
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTwo defeats in a row in France, including a record loss to Wales, have left Australia despondent. Their Rugby World Cup future is out of their hands. All they can do is finish the pool phase in a manner...
Rugby World Cup 2023 Match Preview: South Africa v Tonga
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter a call-up to South Africa’s squad following Malcolm Marx’s Rugby World Cup-ending injury, Handré Pollard starts at 10 against Tonga in Marseille on Sunday, winning his first Springbok...
Match Preview: New Zealand v Italy
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyStrange as it may seem, this match in Lyon is a must-win for New Zealand. The All Blacks come into this match third in Pool A, five points adrift of opponents Italy, and a further three behind leaders...
Robbie Henshaw waiting for chance due to form of Bundee Aki and Garry Ringrose
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland centre Robbie Henshaw accepts he may have to remain patient for opportunities at his third Rugby World Cup due to the “flying” form of positional rivals Bundee Aki and Garry Ringrose. The...
Talking points ahead of Scotland’s must-win World Cup clash with Romania
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland play their third match of the World Cup against Pool B minnows Romania in Lille on Saturday night. Here, the PA news agency assesses some of the key talking points ahead of a must-win fixture...
Luke Crosbie appreciates his journey from public schoolboy to World Cup starter
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLuke Crosbie revealed his pride at bucking the trend to emerge from a public school background and represent Scotland at a Rugby World Cup – but the flanker’s friends will ensure he never lets...
Gregor Townsend calls on his Scotland stand-ins to seize chance in Romania clash
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGregor Townsend has called on his Scotland stand-ins to seize their chance to impress against Romania on Saturday and play their way into contention for involvement in what is shaping up to be a box-office...
Ireland number eight Jack Conan could return from injury against Scotland
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland number eight Jack Conan is “in a great place” and in contention to return from a two-month injury absence in his country’s pivotal Pool B clash with Scotland. Andy Farrell’s...
Rugby World Cup 2023 Match Preview: Scotland v Romania
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter an opening round loss to defending champions South Africa, Scotland, ranked fifth in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings powered by Capgemini, got their tournament going with a bonus-point win over...
Match Preview: Scotland v Romania
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter an opening round loss to defending champions South Africa, Scotland, ranked fifth in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings powered by Capgemini, got their tournament going with a bonus-point win over...
