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Cam Roigard recommits to New Zealand

6 days ago by Ultimate Rugby

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has confirmed All Blacks, Hurricanes and Counties Manukau halfback Cam Roigard has re-signed through to the end of 2029.Roigard, 25, whose current contract expires in 2027, said...

Vern Cotter to coach the Reds

1 week ago by Ultimate Rugby

Queensland Reds announce that successful international coach Vern Cotter will be the new Queensland Reds Men’s Head Coach for 2027-28.Following a comprehensive process, the QRU reached the decision...

Savea shines in New Zealand Rugby Awards

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ardie Savea’s dominant performances across the rugby season have been reflected in the New Zealand Rugby Awards, with the 32-year-old acknowledged as the best player in the country in 2025. In...

Wider Training Groups locked in for 2026

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Following the announcement of the 38-strong DHL Super Rugby Pacific squads, New Zealand Rugby’s (NZR) five Super Rugby clubs have announced their Wider Training...

Vannes announce the arrival of Richard Judd

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

New Zealand scrum-half Richard Judd has joined RC Vannes to bolster their half-back pairing and bring his extensive experience gained in Super Rugby and on the international stage. He has signed...

Tevita Mafileo called up by Scott Robertson

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

All Blacks selectors have named their squad for the 2025 Grand Slam tour, which kicks off with ‘The Gallagher Cup – The Rematch’ against Ireland in Chicago, followed by matches against...

Seven All Blacks to represent their Provincial Unions in NPC quarter-finals

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Seven members of the All Blacks Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship squad will represent their Provincial Unions in the Bunnings Warehouse National Provincial Championship quarter-finals this weekend. Anton...

Canterbury NPC QF Side to take on Counties Manukau

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Canterbury have named their side to take on Counties Manukau at home in this weekend’s NPC quarter final. The Red and Blacks have bolstered their impact off the bench with the inclusion of Sam...

Canterbury’s Lead Cut as Bunnings NPC Playoff Race Heats Up

4 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Canterbury had its lead reduced to one point after Bunnings NPC Round 9 play at the weekend. Forced to golden point after being level with Northland 19-19 in Whangarēi, neither side was able to secure...

Canada’s Roster Set For Women’s Rugby World Cup Final Against England

4 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

For the second time in history, Canada’s Women’s Rugby Team will compete in the Women’s Rugby World Cup Final. Head coach Kevin Rouet has named the match-day roster set to take on England...