SA vs B&I Lions: What the experts said
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Lions saw off the Springboks to go 1-up in the Test series with two games remaining. Gatland’s charges kicked off an inspired comeback in the second half to snatch victory and will now enjoy...
Itoje lauds Lions' 'mental fortitude' in win over South Africa
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe British and Irish Lions came from 12-3 down to beat South Africa and Maro Itoje says it was down to a robust mindset. Maro Itoje hailed the British and Irish Lions' "mental fortitude" as...
John Mitchell joins Wasps backroom staff
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJohn Mitchell has vacated his role as the England defence coach and will be joining the Wasps coaching staff. The Premiership club confirmed the news on Friday with the following statement: 'Wasps...
Mike Blair Appointed Edinburgh Head Coach
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEdinburgh Rugby has announced the appointment of Scotland Assistant Coach Mike Blair as the club’s new Head Coach. The former Edinburgh and Scotland captain made over 150 appearances...
Harry Mallinder to pursue playing opportunity in Japan
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNorthampton Saints can today confirm that Harry Mallinder will be leaving the Club ahead of the 2021/22 season to pursue a playing opportunity in Japan. The 25-year-old has scored 233...
Elstadt aiming to make impact off the bench after World Cup disappointment
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok utility forward Rynhardt Elstadt is happy to be back in the test fold after missing out on the Rugby World Cup squad. The Toulouse forward could win just his third test cap...
"I think it will be difficult for this group of players to excel on Saturday" - O'Gara
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer British and Irish Lions flyhalf Ronan O'Gara has expressed his concerns over Warren Gatland's combinations ahead of the first test against the Springboks on Saturday. Speaking on Off The...
The Hunted Lion: Duhan van der Merwe
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDuhan van der Merwe’s joy at his name being announced in the starting line-up for the British & Irish Lions’ first Test against the Springboks would have been tempered by the knowledge...
Alun Wyn Jones leads the B&I Lions in first Test against Springboks
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBritish & Irish Lions Head Coach Warren Gatland has named his side for the first Test against the Springboks at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday 24 July (kick off 5pm BST). Tour captain Alun...
England to Play Tonga in November
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe RFU has confirmed that England Senior Men will play Tonga at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday 6 November (3:15pm KO). The game is one of a trio of Test matches that Eddie Jones’...
