Amy Rule determined to help Black Ferns bounce back in Dunedin
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Rugby World Cup-winning prop insists morale remains high in the New Zealand camp despite their 18-17 defeat to France on the opening weekend of WXV 1. Following on from a tough loss is not something...
World Rugby Hall of Fame to recognise five Rugby World Cup greats
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyDan Carter (New Zealand), Thierry Dusautoir (France), George Smith (Australia), Juan Martín Hernández (Argentina) and Bryan Habana (South Africa) will become the latest legends inducted into...
Super Rugby Countdown: 23 Past Winners
10 months ago by Ultimate RugbyWith just 23 days left until the new Super Rugby season kicks off, we take a look at the 23 clubs who lifted the trophy since the competition's inception in 1993. 1996 Blues The...
Highlanders and Crusaders set for Farmlands Cup showdown in North Otago
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter a one-year hiatus due to Covid-19, the Crusaders and Highlanders will have a pre-season showdown on Friday 10 February 2023 in Weston, North Otago for the Farmlands Cup.Through this annual event,...
The latest rumours, player movements and re-signings
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWe round up the week's latest rumours, signings, and re-signings. Richie Mo'unga re-signs with New Zealand Rugby until at least 2023 Richie Mo'unga has signed...
Highlanders named for sixth match of the season in Christchurch
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Highlanders have named their team for round seven of the DHL Super Rugby Pacific season. They will be playing the Crusaders at 7:05pm Friday at Orangetheory Stadium in Christchurch. The team,...
Inaugural Super Rugby Aupiki squads announced
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe inaugural season of Super Rugby Aupiki reaches another milestone today with the announcement of player signings across the four teams. 105 players have signed contracts for 2022 and the first season...
New Zealand Rugby announces new four-team women's competition
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby has announced a new four-team women's competition for March 2022 called Super Rugby Aupiki. The Blues, Chiefs and Hurricanes, as well as a combined South Island team...
Crusaders get their season underway with a 13 point victory
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe defending champions Crusaders are too strong for the Highlanders as the Crusaders win it by 13 points. The Crusaders proved they are once again a very strong side and their defence shut down...
All Black Legend Dan Carter Announces His Retirement
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer All Black flyhalf Dan Carter has hung up the boots at the age of 38 after an incredible career that will see him go down as one of the greatest players of all time. In an interview with...
