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JAPAN v FRANCE: Preview, Stats, Facts and Lineups

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Japan host France in Aichi on Saturday in what is just the fourth official meeting between the two sides since 1973.   The sides have met on 10 occasions, although France did not award...

'It was like Bryan Habana!' – Jones impressed with uncapped Arundell

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

A scintillating long-range try in training has earned Henry Arundell comparisons to Bryan Habana from England boss Eddie Jones.   Henry Arundell could be a "significant player"...

South Africa's top spot on the World Rugby rankings under siege

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

South Africa's number one ranking is on the line this weekend, with New Zealand, France and Ireland capable of usurping the Springboks.       World Rugby have published...

The weekend's test team lineups

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Here are the test teamsheets for this weekend.   JAPAN V FRANCE       View this post on Instagram       A post shared by Ultimate Rugby (@ultimaterugby) NEW...

Kinghorn and Hutchinson start Scotland's first test versus Argentina

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Grant Gilchrist will captain Scotland for the first time since 2018 this Saturday when he leads Scotland out in Jujuy for the first match of the Test series against Argentina. Kick-off 8.10pm (BST).   Gilchrist...

Newcastle Falcons confirm departing players

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Newcastle Falcons have confirmed their departing players ahead of the 2022-23 season.   All 16 players leave with the thanks and best wishes of the club as preparations begin for the coming campaign.   Head...

Newcastle Falcons sign Pumas centre Moroni

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Premiership winner Matias Moroni has signed for Newcastle Falcons, with the Argentina centre agreeing to a two-year deal to move to Kingston Park.   A regular with newly-crowned Premiership champions...

Ranked: The Heaviest Test Packs This July

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The test season is back, and with all the squads locked in for July, we check the scales and see which team could field the heaviest pack.       Taking the weights listed...