England v New Zealand: 5 Top clashes
3 weeks ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland v New Zealand: A rivalry that goes back all the way to 1905 will take centre stage this weekend. Throughout the years there have been some very intense clashes between the two nations. So, before...
‘It’s a childhood dream come true’ – Wales new boy Coghlan
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyWhen Brodie Coghlan answered his phone one evening earlier this week, he initially thought it might be a wind-up. But then, after a few seconds, the penny dropped. It really was Steve Tandy on...
Manu Tuilagi extends his stay with Bayonne
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyVeteran centre Manu Tuilagi has signed a contract extention with French Top14 side Bayonne 𝗔𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗲 🍷 Notre centre anglais continuera...
When the Lions won down under
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIt has been 12 long years since the mighty British & Irish Lions toured the land down under, and this year they return to Australia where they last reigned supreme, securing the teams last series win....
Bayonne injury update
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing the preparation match against Biarritz Olympique which Bayonne won 42 to 5 this past Saturday, August 24, some players have picked up injuries. 25-year-old Guillaume Martocq sprained his ankle,...
Pacific Nations Cup | Samoa
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyNumber of tournaments: 16 (2006-2023)Best finish: Champions (2010, 2012, 2014, 2022)Most points in a match: 53 (53-9 v Japan, June 2006)Biggest win: 47 (50-3 v Tonga, June 2007)Did You Know? Samoa were...
TOP 14 transfer news
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWith most of the Northern hemisphere's Summer Internationals now over, we take a look ahead to the upcoming season – namely transfers and the new players who will be trying to make an impact for...
Top14 Signings: The EPCR Stars Strengthening French Clubs
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyWe now know the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup pools for the 2024/25 campaign, and so it’s time to turn our attention to who might be on the field. In particularly, this...
Sale Sharks confirm departing players
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbySale Sharks can confirm the departure of ten players following the conclusion of the 2023/24 Gallagher Premiership season. The club has already confirmed the departures of Sam James, Manu Tuilagi,...
Curry and James return for Sale
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyTom Curry and Luke James are named in a matchday squad for the first time this season while Manu Tuilagi misses out through injury (hamstring) as Alex Sanderson makes two changes to his starting XV for...
