Byron Ralston signs two-year extension
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyByron Ralston has put pen to paper on a two-year contract extension with Connacht Rugby. The 23 year old joined the club in the summer of 2022 from the Western Force where he scored 7 tries. He’s...
Pressure mounts on SA sides in the URC
1 day ago by Ultimate RugbyThe South African franchises will be under immense pressure to bounce back strongly from disappointing results in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship last week – apart from the Emirates Lions –...
Where To Watch BKT URC Round 15
4 days ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter Round 14, just three points separate 5th - 11th place, with only four rounds remaining. This weekend the Race To The Eight continues. Every game counts. FRIDAY, APRIL 26 Scarlets...
United Rugby Championship Round 14 Preview
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyUlster Rugby v Cardiff Rugby, Friday 7.35pm Cardiff boss Matt Sherratt has faced a welcome selection dilemma ahead of his team’s trip to Belfast. He’s had more numbers to choose from than...
URC Announces ‘Shields For Good’
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyThe four regional Shield trophies on offer in the BKT United Rugby Championship will carry greater reward this season with the league adding prizes for charities and foundations. The BKT URC will share...
Where To Watch BKT URC Round 14
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter some European action, the URC is back in full swing this weekend for round 14. Here is where you can watch each fixture. FRIDAY, APRIL 19 Ulster v Cardiff Rugby Kingspan Stadium,...
EPCR Challenge Cup semi-final matchups and details confirmed
1 week ago by Ultimate RugbyThe EPCR Challenge Cup semi-final matches have been set after a thrilling set of quarter-final games. Benetton Rugby reached a second semi-final in a row with victory over Connacht Rugby,...
Gloucester are through to the Challenge Cup semi-finals
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyFull-back Santiago Carreras kicked six penalties as he led Gloucester Rugby to a 23-13 win over Ospreys in their EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final. Both clubs struggled to get their back-lines...
Connacht squad named for Challenge Cup meeting with Benetton
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyPete Wilkins has named his side for Sunday's EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final against Benetton in Treviso. There are four changes from the side that beat Pau last week - with three of them due to...
Hugh Gavin to join Pro ranks next season
2 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyPromising centre Hugh Gavin has become the latest Connacht Academy player to sign a professional contract with the club. Gavin made headlines earlier this year with his performances for Ireland...
