Springboks start season preparations with alignment camps
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks’ preparations for the forthcoming international season will move up a gear in the next fortnight as Rassie Erasmus (Director of Rugby), Jacques Nienaber (head coach) and the rest of...
10 Players who didn't feature in the Six Nations that could still make the Lions Tour
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyPicking a British and Irish Lions Tour squad is no simple task with a number of extremely close calls. With Warren Gatland at the helm once again, we may well be treated to a surprise or...
Lancaster's inspiring commitment to Leinster
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster’s one Champions Cup title in 2018 is not enough for assistant coach Stuart Lancaster, who recently signed a new deal with the Irish club in the hope of being part of their future success. Lancaster...
The 2021 6 Nations Player Of The Championship Nominees
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAt the conclusion of what has been a fantastic 2021 Six Nations, the Player Of The Championship nominees are in. A dramatic final clash on Friday evening between France and Scotland – the...
“Can you leave Owen Farrell out of a Lions test team? ...you can!" - O'Driscoll
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour finally confirmed to be on the horizon, legend of the red jersey, Brian O’Driscoll, has set an interesting notion loose amongst all the chatter regarding...
Sky Sports out of contention for Pro16 broadcasting rights
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter being strong favourites to secure the broadcasting rights for the Pro16, Sky Sports have put themselves out of contention for the deal. The competition now seems set to stay with Premier...
2021 Six Nations Team Of The Competition
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales are Six Nations Champions! An incredible tournament has come to an end with Wayne Pivac's men ending on top of the table with France coming agonisingly close to the title. Ireland finish third while...
Opening Rounds of the PRO14 Rainbow Cup Confirmed
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe PRO14 Rainbow Cup will kick-off on the weekend of April 24 with fixtures for the first three rounds now confirmed. Three weekends of derby action will be followed by cross-hemisphere...
B&I Lions 2021 Tour Update
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe British & Irish Lions and SA Rugby have confirmed they are aligned on delivering the Lions Series in South Africa in the scheduled playing window. The Lions Board confirmed...
Quins Captain Lewies signs new long-term deal
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHarlequins have announced that Club Captain Stephan Lewies has signed a new long-term contract. Lewies was handed the Captain’s armband last November ahead of the 2020/21 campaign. The...
