Connacht tipped to make big waves under Lancaster
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyConnacht Rugby have been tipped to make a major impact in the BKT URC this season under new boss Stuart Lancaster. Former England coach Lancaster has taken the helm at the Galway-based province...
Leo Cullen names Leinster team for season opener against Stormers
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Leinster Rugby team, proudly sponsored by Bank of Ireland, to take on DHL Stormers in the opening round of the 2025/26 BKT United Rugby Championship on Friday at DHL Stadium (KO: 7pm local time / 6pm...
URC Introduces Independent TMO Process to Deliver Faster, More Accurate Decisions
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAn independent TMO process will be introduced to the United Rugby Championship, designed to improve the accuracy of key decisions and speed up the game. Backed by Hawk-Eye technology, the Television...
Continuity the Call as Erasmus Prepares for Argentina Showdown
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok coach Rassie Erasmus opted for consistency in selection for their penultimate Castle Lager Rugby Championship match, against Argentina at Hollywoodbets Kings Park in Durban on Saturday, making...
URC Round 1 | Match Officials, Broadcasters and Kick Off details
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyROUND 1 The match officials appointments of the BKT United Rugby Championship Round 1 fixtures have been confirmed and are available alongside TV listings...
Leinster give AIL star Jerry Cahir short-term contract and issue injury update
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster Rugby Head Coach Leo Cullen announces a short-term senior contract for Jerry Cahir.The former Cistercian College, Roscrea prop has made a name for himself over the last few years in the Energia...
Caelan Doris Confirmed as Leinster Rugby Captain for 2024/25 Season
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster Rugby have confirmed that Caelan Doris will continue as club captain for the 2024/25 United Rugby Championship season. Head coach Leo Cullen made the announcement ahead of Leinster’s season...
Erasmus keeps faith in core of squad to face Pumas
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok coach Rassie Erasmus on Wednesday named most of the players who were members of the squad that retained the Freedom Cup in New Zealand last weekend in his 33-man squad for their closing two Castle...
A look at who’s in charge at each of the 16 URC clubs
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2025/26 United Rugby Championship is almost upon us and ahead of the big kick-off on September 26th, we’ve taken a deep dive on the head coach of each of our 16 clubs. Which coach do you think...
5 players to watch in the URC this season
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe United Rugby Championship is more than just a battleground for established internationals — it’s also a stage where the next generation can announce themselves. Each of the five competing...
