"I know that I have still got a lot to give on the pitch" says Chris Ashton as new club is confirmed
6 years ago by Rugby DumpHarlequins have signed English winger Chris Ashton, following his departure from Sale Sharks. Ashton joins Harlequins with immediate effect and will be reunited with a number of former England teammates...
Tales of the Calcutta Cup
6 years ago by Rugby WorldThe oldest rugby rivalry in the world has created legendary and controversial moments. We recount the best stories from the annual clash between England and Scotland. This feature first appeared in Rugby...
Ireland name side for their opening Six Nations game
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAndy Farrell has included two uncapped players in his first match day selection for Ireland’s opening fixture of the Guinness Six Nations against Scotland. Ireland...
Weekend Round Up
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIrish strike late to thwart Saints' summit bid Dave Porecki's last-gasp try prevented 14-man Northampton Saints from going top of the Premiership as London Irish secured a thrilling...
Harlequins 41-14 Saracens: Derby defeat for depleted champions
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbySaracens were handed a resounding 41-14 defeat by Harlequins in the absence of several key players as they returned to Premiership action for the first time since their automatic relegation was confirmed. With...
Snubbed England No.8's shine in the Premiership
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEddie Jones raised a few eyebrows when he named his England squad for the 2020 Six Nations as he didn't name an out and out no.8 in the squad despite Billy Vunipola being ruled out of the competition. Jones...
Derby defeat for depleted champions
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn their first Premiership outing since their automatic relegation was confirmed, Saracens were soundly beaten by London rivals Harlequins. Saracens were handed a resounding 41-14 defeat...
Watch: Alex Dombrandt sets up a stunning try with a brilliant offload!
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAlex Dombrandt quickly responded to his England Six Nations snub setting up a try inside the first two minutes of Harlequins' London derby against Saracens. The 22-year-old no.8 was widely...
Rugby union: talking points from the weekend’s Premiership action
6 years ago by The GuardianWilli Heinz is showing that Eddie Jones made the right call at the World Cup while there are encouraging signs at Welford RoadWilli Heinz was one of the more left-field selections in last year’s World...
Premiership Team of the Week - Round Five
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter another thrilling round of the Premiership we select our team of the weekend. 15. Charles Piutau - Bristol Bears He was unable to inspire the Bears to victory in a game...
