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Women’s Six Nations Preview: Scotland vs Italy

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Scotland are still searching for their first win of the 2023 Women's Six Nations ahead of a Round 4 clash with an Italy side that will be flying high following their triumph over Ireland last week. The...

Women’s Six Nations Preview: Ireland vs England

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England head to Cork looking to make it four wins from four to set up a tilt at the Grand Slam on Super Saturday as they take on Ireland in the TikTok Women’s Six Nations.The Red Roses were on the...

Crusaders match preview

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Crusaders are back in Melbourne for Round 9 of Super Rugby Pacific ’23. It’s the Rebels at AAMI Park and our last trip over the ditch save a potential finals match-up.    We’re...

Goosen saddled up to drive bullish Bulls back to final

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Johan Goosen, raised on the saddle of a horse, is back in the saddle of Jake White's Vodacom Bulls.  It may be a different type of saddle but Goosen's confidence and ability is no different, whether...

Nephi Leatigaga joins Waratahs on injury cover contract

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leatigaga joins the Waratahs on an injury cover contract for Angus Bell, who suffered a season ending toe injury during the team's round one clash with the Brumbies. Leatigaga brings a wealth of European...

Rieko Ioane signs 2027 contract extension with NZR, Blues and Auckland

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rieko Ioane will build on his legacy with New Zealand Rugby after signing a four-year contract extension until 2027. The 59-Test All Black has also re-signed with the Blues in DHL Super Rugby Pacific...

Jacques Nienaber to join Leinster after RWC

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leinster Rugby can this afternoon confirm that current South Africa Head Coach, Jacques Nienaber, will join the club after the Rugby World Cup later this year.Nienaber will replace current Senior Coach,...

Chris Ashton to retire from professional rugby

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Chris Ashton will retire at the conclusion of the 2022/23 season after an 18-year career as a professional in both rugby union and rugby league. The Leicester Tigers outside-back has, to date, made 25...

Jack Willis extends stay at Toulouse

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England international Jack Willis will remain in France after signing a new deal with Toulouse until 2026. The 26-year-old joined the French side in November of last year from Wasps.   Willis has...

Harlequins sign Welsh prop Dillon Lewis

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Harlequins announce the signing of Dillon Lewis from Cardiff Rugby ahead of the 2023/24 season.   Tighthead prop Lewis, 27, earned his 50th cap for Wales against France in this year’s Guinness...