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RANKED: Current Tier 1 coaches' win ratios

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ahead of the 2022 Rugby Championship, we look at the win ratios for the current tier 1 test head coaches.     Argentina and South Africa secured Series victories in July, while...

Every United Rugby Championship Clubs New Signing Ahead Of The 2022/23 Season

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The United Rugby Championship sides have kicked off the pre-season ahead of the second season of the competition with some new faces in the squads.   We run you through every signing...

IRFU to issue women players with professional contracts

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The IRFU are set to hand out 40 professional contracts amongst the women’s 15s and 7s squads.    It will be a move a significant progress as the Women’s 15s representatives...

Leinster Rugby and IRFU Announce Appointment of New CEO

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leinster Rugby and the IRFU have this morning announced the appointment of Shane Nolan as CEO of Leinster Rugby, in succession to Mick Dawson who is retiring after 21 years in the role.   Shane...

Steve Hansen weights in on All Black coaching controversy

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Former All Black boss Steve Hansen has weighed in on the saga which has gripped New Zealand rugby since the All Blacks’ series loss to Ireland close to a fortnight ago.    In the wake...

Nigel Owens gives out awards for the July Internationals! Whistle Watch

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

From Ireland's first series win in New Zealand to nail-biting finishes for the Springboks and Los Pumas, July was one insane month of Rugby! In this week's episode of Whistle Watch, Nigel goes through...

Bath Rugby sign Ireland international Quinn Roux

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland international Quinn Roux has joined Bath Rugby for the 2022/23 season. The second row arrives at The Rec as injury cover following news of Charlie Ewels’ knee injury sustained whilst on...

England boss Jones would 'jump' at NRL call

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

A long-time league admirer, Eddie Jones admits he would love a crack at the NRL when he finishes with England next year.     England boss Eddie Jones says he would love to swap...