World Rugby Men's Rankings preview: 18 November, 2025
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the conclusion of the Men's Rugby World Cup 2027 Final Qualification Tournament in Dubai on Tuesday. Permutation highlights: Samoa...
Wales vs. New Zealand: A Rivalry of Record Extremes
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe rugby rivalry between Wales and New Zealand is one of the sport's most enduring and lopsided contests. While the two nations have shared a pitch over three dozen times since their first meeting in...
Springboks Secure No.1 Spot Ahead of Showdown With Ireland
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks will remain at the top of the world rankings for another week, regardless of the outcome of their highly anticipated clash with Ireland. South Africa cemented their position after a convincing...
England v Argentina: History of the fixture
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Pumas are back on Sunday 23 November 2025 at the Allianz stadium taking on England. England are on good form currently with a 10-game streak, and will look to close out their Quilter Nations Series...
Warren & Roberts called up to Wales squad
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyScarlets centre Joe Roberts and uncapped Ospreys tighthead prop Ben Warren have been called up for Wales taking the total number of players in the squad to 41. Head coach Steve Tandy said: "We have decided...
World Rugby Nations Cup to launch in July 2026 to transform international calendar
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has confirmed that the preparations for the World Rugby Nations Cup are advancing at pace, with 11 of the 12 teams now confirmed for a competition that will kick-off in 2026 and provide important...
Autumn Nations Series Team of the Week
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyAnother weekend of action is done and plenty of talking points with the Springboks suffering yet another straight red, England obliterating New Zealand, Japan nearly beating Wales and Santi Carreras coming...
Mbonambi and Mchunu to join Springboks in Ireland
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyBongi Mbonambi (hooker) and Ntuthuko Mchunu (prop) will join the Springboks in Ireland on Sunday as national coach Rassie Erasmus and his coaching team prepare for their final two clashes of the Castle...
Independent disciplinary update: Charles-Henri Berguet
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyBelgium's Charles-Henri Berguet has been suspended for four matches for a red card offence contrary to Law 9.12 (striking with the foot). The red card was issued in Belgium's Rugby World Cup 2027 Final...
Wales Snatch Last-Second Victory in Thrilling Battle Against Japan
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyWales edged Japan in a breathtaking contest at the Principality Stadium, sealing a dramatic 24 to 23 win that will long be remembered by supporters. The result brought relief for a Welsh side under pressure...
