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Borthwick backs Itoje to have 'massive impact' off the bench for England

4 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Steve Borthwick believes Maro Itoje can have a "massive impact" off the bench in England's Six Nations opener against Wales on Saturday. Borthwick has revealed his starting XV and replacements for...

France look to run it back, Ireland and England set to challenge

4 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2026 Six Nations opens on Thursday with a blockbuster meeting between France and Ireland, with those two sides having split the last four titles evenly between them. Both France (in 2022) and Ireland...

Curtis Langdon commits to Northampton Saints

4 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Northampton Saints confirmed that hooker Curtis Langdon has signed a new deal with the Club. The 28-year-old England international has now reached exactly 50 appearances in Black, Green and Gold, after...

6 things to know ahead of the 2026 Six Nations

4 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2026 Six Nations kicks off tomorrow, and there are a few significant changes to look out for this year. Beyond the usual rivalries, the tournament is introducing some new officiating milestones, stadium...

Ulster Rugby sign Cardiff forward Ben Donnell

4 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ulster Rugby can confirm that Irish-Qualified forward, Ben Donnell, will join the province this summer on a three-year-deal until 2029. The 25-year-old is a versatile hybrid forward, who can...

Brandon Jackson added to the list of new Newcastle Red Bull recruits

4 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Saracens’ Brandon Jackson will be a Newcastle Red Bulls player next season, with the 24-year-old heading north on a two-year deal.   The 6-foot-3 flyer can play wing or centre and has scored...

England team to face Wales in 2026 Guinness Six Nations opener

4 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

England men’s head coach Steve Borthwick has named his team to take on Wales at Allianz Stadium on Saturday 7 February (kick-off 4.40pm, live on ITV1) in the opening round of the 2026 Guinness...

Black, Green and Gold journey continues for George Hendy

4 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Northampton Saints today confirm that George Hendy has signed a new deal to remain at the Club beyond the current campaign.   The prolific back has been one of Saints’ standout performers...

Injury Blow: Northampton’s Rising Star Edoardo Todaro Sidelined with ACL Tear

5 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Northampton Saints have been dealt a massive blow as breakout star Edoardo Todaro has been sidelined for the foreseeable future. The 19-year-old winger sustained a serious knee injury while on international...

Sale Sharks team to travel to Sandy Park

5 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Winger Gurswin Wehr makes his first Sharks start as Alex Sanderson shuffles his pack for a tricky away fixture against Exeter Chiefs in the Prem Rugby Cup. England U20s skipper Tom Burrow captains a team...