World unions will unite to help Australia
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRugby Australia has stood down 75 per cent of its workforce for three months, with Bill Sweeney saying boards are trying to help. Rugby Football Union (RFU) chief executive Bill Sweeney...
Eddie Jones' England reign in numbers as coach signs new deal
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyUsing Stats Perform data, we take a look at Eddie Jones' England tenure after he agreed a contract extension. Eddie Jones will look to enhance his legacy with England over the next four years after...
Controversial Decisions On Forward Passes Could Become A Thing Of The Past
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland teams have been practising with a new hi-tech ball that could change the way rugby is officiated overnight. Premiership clubs Bath and Leicester Tigers have been trialling the...
THROWBACK: Sam Burgess' TWO massive hits against Wasps
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbySam Burgess' time in rugby union was short-lived lasting just one season with Bath and featured in England's disastrous home Rugby World Cup. His inclusion and performances at the World Cup were...
The RFU have announced how final league table will be decided for the Championship
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing the early end of the rugby season in England as a result of COVID-19, The Rugby Football Union (RFU) is today announcing the final league positions for the Greene King IPA Championship, Tyrrells...
Eddie Jones set to sign new England contract
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland Head Coach Eddie Jones is believed to be on the verge of agreeing a contract extension as England’s head coach through to the next Rugby World Cup in France. Jones’s current...
WATCH: Steve Hansen, Conrad Smith and Ma'a Nonu star in retro singing clip
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOne of the best centre pairings of all time! And turns out they can sing too. The All Blacks have released an epic retro video on Thursday, where legendary New Zealand midfield duo Conrad...
RFU in talks to cut England players' £25,000 match fees in new pay deal
6 years ago by The GuardianExisting pay agreement expires at the end of this seasonEddie Jones urges his team to ‘become better citizens’The Rugby Football Union is holding talks over cuts to England players’ £25,000 match...
NZR announces pay cuts, grants for Super Rugby franchises
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbySuper Rugby clubs will receive a financial boost but New Zealand Rugby has had to make tough calls amid the coronavirus crisis. New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has announced wage cuts for its staff as it...
WATCH: The Greatest Try Celebration Ever?
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFelipe Contepomi applauded himself from the crowd after scoring a try for Bristol during his playing days. The greatest try celebration of all time 🙌@BristolBears pic.twitter.com/XAxK3IJerS —...
