Match Preview: Munster v Dragons RFC
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyReigning champions Munster have made seven changes to the side that drew with Benetton out in Italy last week, with summer signings Alex Nankivell and Seán O’Brien making their first starts...
Leinster team named to face Edinburgh in Round 3 of the URC
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJames Culhane replaces Rhys Ruddock in the only change to the starting XV The Leinster Rugby team, proudly sponsored by Bank of Ireland, to take on Edinburgh Rugby in Round 3 of the BKT United Rugby Championship...
URC Preview: Glasgow load up for Stormers
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe United Rugby Championship continues on Friday as two matches take place, with Glasgow Warriors and the Ospreys hosting the Stormers and Sharks in their respective fixtures. Glasgow Warriors v Stormers Glasgow head...
SA Rugby in no rush to replace Nienaber as Erasmus steps in
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySA Rugby director of rugby Rassie Erasmus will take over the Springbok coaching reins until a new coach is found. This was confirmed by SA Rugby president Mark Alexander at OR Tambo airport on Tuesday...
IRFU Announce David Humphreys As New Performance Director
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe IRFU today is pleased to announce that former Ireland international David Humphreys has been appointed to the role of Performance Director, succeeding David Nucifora who has made the decision to depart...
Nostalgic Plumtree Fired Up for London Debut
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTaking on a Swansea-based team will bring back fond memories for Hollywoodbets Sharks boss John Plumtree as he heads into this weekend’s ground-breaking BKT URC clash with the Ospreys. The Kiwi...
Belief, commitment and confidence: How South Africa won Rugby World Cup 2023
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks’ journey to their record fourth Webb Ellis Cup was paved by the squad’s resilience and their ability to overcome adversity in France. “As a Springbok, you always believe...
Bealham commits to Connacht with new contract
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyConnacht Rugby announced that Finlay Bealham has signed a two-year contract extension with the club. The Irish international tighthead will now remain at The Sportsground until at least the...
Men’s Rugby World Cup 2023 – the numbers game
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWe take a closer look at the stats behind some of the best individual performances during the tournament in France. All manner of records were broken at Rugby World Cup 2023, culminating in South Africa...
Warren Gatland says it's time to step back from the Lions and he wants Andy Farrell to be his successor
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAs a New Zealander, the British and Irish Lions have always held a special place in my heart. As a player it was one of my career highlights to face them during their tour of New Zealand in 1993 for Waikato....
