Hamish Watson responds to claims that he is too small
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland flanker Hamish Watson has responded to on-going claims that he is too small to compete with the South African forwards. Watson was recently named in Warren Gatland’s 37-man...
'Saxons' nickname to be scrapped for England's Second XV
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland’s second XV will no longer be known as the ‘Saxons’. After a review conducted by the RFU, the name was found to be ‘inappropriate’ and unreflective of a diverse society. An...
10 Famous British & Irish Lions Bolters
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe term “bolter” has its origins in horse racing and describes a horse who pulls a surprise on the rest of the field by coming out of nowhere to snatch victory. In the British...
Scotland Confirm Summer Tour Plans
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland will play three matches in this summer’s tour programme under Interim Head Coach Mike Blair. The three matches will see Scotland A play opponents,...
England legend Maggie Alphonsi speaks ahead of final Six Nations round
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2021 Women’s Six Nations concludes this weekend with much anticipation surrounding the final round. The first of the fixtures sees Ireland taking on Italy, followed by England hosting...
“Hamish Watson is never too small.” - Sam Warburton
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer British & Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton has firmly established himself in the corner of Scotland flanker Hamish Watson amid the vocalisation of the somewhat incomprehensible notion that...
CONFIRMED: Rainbow Cup to run as 'dual tournaments with no cross-hemisphere fixtures'
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe PRO14 and SA Rugby have confirmed that the Rainbow Cup will no longer take place as planned. The South African teams are unable to travel to the UK & Ireland and after 'colossal...
Dane Coles extends NZ contract through to 2023
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks and Hurricanes hooker Dane Coles has recommitted to New Zealand Rugby and his Super Rugby team, inking a deal through to 2023. The 34-year-old has played 74 Tests...
Warren Gatland announces coaching staff for 2021 Lions tour
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWarren Gatland has announced his coaching staff for the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa. After much uncertainty caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, it was finally decided that...
Finn Russell banned for three games following red card against France
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland and Racing 92 flyhalf Finn Russell has been handed a three-week ban. The Scottish playmaker was shown a red card in last Friday’s Six Nations win against France. Russell...
