Last Five British & Irish Lions Captains
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOn 6 May, Warren Gatland will name his British & Irish Lions squad for the 2021 Tour of South Africa. After the squad announcement, Gatland is also expected to reveal the 2021...
A Brief History of the British & Irish Lions in South Africa
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWhen Warren Gatland’s British & Irish Lions hit South African shores in late June, it will herald the 14th series played between the two proud teams. There is much intrigue...
The Mercurial Marcus Smith: a Lions bolter?
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHarlequins dynamic playmaker Marcus Smith could find himself as a bolter in Warren Gatland’s British & Irish Lions squad, due to be announced on Thursday. Reports indicate...
Another injury blow for RG Snyman
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok and Munster lock RG Snyman has suffered a significant setback during his rehabilitation, the 2,06 m giant now requiring minor surgery which will delay his return to the pitch by another...
All Black Bird to return home
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes have confirmed that All Black lock Dominic Bird will be lending his services to the franchise ahead of the 2022 season. Bird began his professional career with the Crusaders...
10 Famous British & Irish Lions Bolters
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe term “bolter” has its origins in horse racing and describes a horse who pulls a surprise on the rest of the field by coming out of nowhere to snatch victory. In the British...
Dominic Bird heading to the capital
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer All Blacks lock Dominic Bird is returning to New Zealand from a successful stint in France to link up with the Hurricanes for next year’s Super Rugby competition. The 30-year-old...
Alun Wyn Jones expected to be named Lions captain
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt is widely expected that Welsh stalwart Alun Wyn Jones will be named captain of Warren Gatland’s British & Irish Lions squad to be announced on Thursday. The three main names...
Townsend believes Lions' biggest strength is Warren Gatland
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe British & Irish Lions squad will be announced on Thursday amid much anticipation. The team will make history by playing a home test against Japan on 26 June before jetting off to South Africa to...
O'Driscoll & Warburton incensed by Julien Marchand
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Lions captains Brian O’Driscoll and Sam Warburton have hit out at the actions of Julien Marchand in Toulouse’s semi-final victory over Bordeaux yesterday. Marchand’s...
