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World Rugby reveals phased plan to enhance rugby’s global appeal

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby united in drive to enhance entertainment value to broaden appeal World Rugby swiftly actioning key Shape of the Game forum outcomes Package of enhancements aimed at advancing on- and off-field...

Steve Borthwick heads for New Zealand in a bid to build on England’s progress

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Steve Borthwick will begin plotting New Zealand’s downfall this week as he looks to build on England’s encouraging end to the Guinness Six Nations. A stunning victory over Ireland in round...

Andy Farrell excited by chance to pit Ireland against ‘best’ side South Africa

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Andy Farrell is relishing a shot at the world’s best as Ireland pursue perfection after continuing their northern hemisphere domination with another Guinness Six Nations title. Ireland turn their...

Japan League One Round 10 Review

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Division One – Crowley off the mark as Honda fires up Mie Honda Heat has given ex-Italy coach Kieran Crowley his maiden win in Japan Rugby League One after a courageous 20-19 victory over fellow...

5 standout performers in Ireland’s title-winning Six Nations side

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland claimed back-to-back Guinness Six Nations titles by beating Scotland in Dublin. Here, the PA news agency picks out five standout performers for Andy Farrell’s side during the championship. TADHG...

Warren Gatland’s resignation is rejected as sorry Wales reach ‘rock bottom’

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Warren Gatland offered to resign after Wales picked up their first Wooden Spoon since 2003. Gatland said Wales had reached “rock bottom” after a 24-21 defeat to Italy in Cardiff – their...

Ireland vs Scotland: The standout performers

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Irish have done it! Back to back titles have been secured, and a strong message has been sent to the world champion Springboks that the north is coming, ahead of the South African Incoming Series. After...

World Rugby Men's Rankings preview: 16-17 March, 2024

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the final rounds of the Guinness Men's Six Nations and Rugby Europe Men's Championship this weekend. Permutation highlights: Ireland will drop...

Match Day Programme: Ireland vs Scotland

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland had a big opportunity to become the first Six Nations side to record back-to-back Grand Slams but were reminded why such a feat is all but impossible after a stellar England performance in Twickenham...

Japan Rugby League One: Round 10 preview

2 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Division One – Spears on a Knife-Edge Time is running out for Kubota Spears Funabashi Tokyo Bay. While the status of their title defence is not terminal yet, the defending champions’ slide...