Retirees XV – A Team of Legends that Called it Day in 2018
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIsa Nacewa – Leinster and Fiji (1 cap) Mr. Leinster hangs up his boots last Saturday after an illustrious career that included 4 European Cups, 1 Challenge Cup, Pro12 and Pro14...
Challenge Cup Highlights: Cardiff Blues v Pau (SF)
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCardiff Blues put in a gritty defensive performance to defeat Pau in this semi-final of the European Challenge Cup. Gareth Anscombe opened the scoring for Cardiff inside 5 minutes but the Welsh full-back...
Conrad Smith backs Joe Schmidt to coach the All Blacks
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTwo time World Cup winner Conrad Smith has backed Ireland’s Joe Schmidt to succeed Steve Hansen as All Blacks coach following his stunning success in the Six Nations. Smith added his voice...
International Rugby Players' Body Moves To Dublin
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsStars of the international game, including Ireland's Jonathan Sexton and Jamie Heaslip, former All Black Conrad Smith and England 15s and Sevens player Rachael Burford, gathered in Dublin today as International...
Vince Aso re-signs with the Hurricanes
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHurricanes utility back Vince Aso has penned a new two-year deal with the Hurricanes through to 2020. The 23-year-old has reportedly turned down salaries in France starting around $500,000...
Crunching Fijian tackle puts immediate halt to Brumbies attack at Brisbane 10s
6 years ago by Rugby DumpThe Brisbane 10s kicked off in Australia on Friday with teams from around the globe having a go at this enjoyable format, finding the balance between fifteens and 7s rugby. There was a huge amount of...
Need for speed: The value of pace in rugby
6 years ago by Rugby WorldWe examine how pace can be a difference-maker on the elite club and Test stage. This feature first appeared in the issue of Rugby World on sale throughout November. True speed: Jonny May burns past Conrad...
Conrad Smith: My Life in Pictures
6 years ago by Rugby WorldAll Black great Conrad Smith discusses a few photos from his magnificent careerPointing the way: Conrad Smith is enjoying life at Pau after his 11-year New Zealand career (AFP/Getty)Pau and ex-All Black...
Do All Blacks fans have a cause for concern?
6 years ago by The RoarFollowing the retirement of legends Richie McCaw, Dan Carter, Ma’a Nonu, Conrad Smith and Keven Mealamu, many wondered if the All Blacks would suffer a decline. They would probably remain number...
New All Black Ngani Laumape finishes brilliant Hurricanes try against the Lions
6 years ago by Rugby DumpOutstanding young Hurricanes centre Ngani Laumape has been rewarded for his impressive form with a call up to the All Blacks bench for the second Test against the British and Irish Lions on Saturday....
