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Matt Phillips: 'Biggest game of my career'

7 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

It's not very often players get a second shot with a side - but for 31-test Wallaby Matt Philip, his return to his home state of New South Wales has been a long time coming. Growing up watching the Waratahs,...

Japan Rugby League One 2025-26 Division and Conference Structure and Tournament Format

7 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The division organization for NTT Japan Rugby League One 2025-26, as well as the conference groupings, opening date, and tournament format for Division 1 have been decided. There will be a total of 26...

Jock Campbell Re-Signs at Reds for 2026

7 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Queensland Rugby Union is delighted to announce the re-signing of fullback Jock Campbell on the eve of a landmark honour for the Queensland Reds. Campbell, 30, will captain the Reds in Wednesday...

Hurricanes sign Japanese international Warner Dearns

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Hurricanes have announced the signing of Japanese international, Warner Dearns, for the 2026 season.  “I’m really excited about the opportunity to join the Hurricanes and take...

New Maori All Blacks jersey launches honouring legacy and strength

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) and adidas are proud to announce the release of the newest Māori All Blacks jersey Te Tauihu Matua, a powerful symbol of whakapapa, connection, and identity. The jersey, designed...

Maori All Blacks squad named for 2025

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Kurt Eklund (Ngāti Kahu) has been named as the new Māori All Blacks captain, with a 29-strong squad including 11 uncapped players announced today ahead of two matches against the Japan XV in Tokyo, and...

Winners and Losers: A Look at the First All Blacks Squad of the Year

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

As the All Blacks kick off a new international campaign, all eyes are on the squad selections and the performances that influenced them. The recent All Blacks XV tour, featuring matches against Japan and...

All Blacks squad named to face France

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

All Blacks selectors Scott Robertson, Scott Hansen and Jason Ryan have named five new caps in their 33-strong squad for the 2025 Lipovitan-D July Series against France.The squad is as follows: (age, Super...

Gloucester sign All Black Nepo Laulala

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Gloucester Rugby can confirm that after a successful training and rehabilitation period with the Club, Nepo Laulala has signed a contract ahead of the 2025/26 season, and will play in Cherry & White...

Scarlets welcome Bradley Davies to coaching team

8 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Scarlets can confirm their coaching team for the 2025-26 season and look forward to welcoming former Wales captain Bradley Davies to Parc y Scarlets.   Davies will join Jared Payne, Albert van den...