Josh McKay signs two-year extension with Highlanders
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Highlanders have tied down one of the most promising young backs in New Zealand for another two years. Canterbury outside back Josh McKay has re-signed with the franchise after making appearances...
PRO14 Preview: Conference B
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the PRO14 returning this weekend we preview Conference B and give a few predictions on how each side will progress throughout the season and identify a few players who are set for big seasons. Benetton Rugby Last...
Top 5 Tries - Mitre 10 Cup Round 2
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbySome brilliant tries out of the round with a few youngsters showing their class but the veteren Rene ranger still has it as he sets up a great try for Northland. Keep an eye out for Will Jordan...
Canterbury vs Wellington - Top Performers
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCanterbury got their season back on track in round 2 following a round 1 loss to Tasman. It was a hard fought win for the home side, here are your Top Performers George Bridge - Canterbury: The...
The History of the Ranfurly Shield & what it means to New Zealand Rugby
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby's most prized trophy will be up for grabs on Friday when Taranaki host Manawatu. Taranaki have successfully defended the 'Log o Wood' twice this year during pre-season beating Poverty...
Liam Hallam-Eames suspended for four matches
8 years ago by New Zealand RugbyManawatu lock Liam Hallam-Eames has been suspended for four matches for striking an opposition player in his team’s Mitre 10 Cup match against Waikato on Saturday 18 August. Hallam-Eames was cited...
Winger discovers why you shouldn't run at midfield tank Levi Aumua
8 years ago by Rugby DumpThe Tasman Makos upset Canterbury with a convincing 25-17 win in Blenheim, avenging their loss in last year's Mitre 10 Cup final. There were a number of debutants on show, but it was the reigning champs'...
Mitre 10 Cup Round 1 Highlights: Tasman v Canterbury
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA hard fought win for the home side who got off to a great start in the 2nd half and a great decision to take a penalty kick later on in the game took the score out of reach for the reigning champions....
Crusaders Star in Tasman's Win Over Canterbury
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTasman got some revenge over Canterbury after losing to Canterbury in the 2017 Premiership Mitre 10 Cup Final. The home side was clinical on attack scoring 4 tries on their way to 25-17 victory,...
3 Sides that could end Canterbury's dominance
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Mitre 10 Cup is back! Defending Champions Canterbury will be aiming to win their fourth successive title and their 10th title since 2012. Canterbury have dominated the tournament in recent times, so...
