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Switzerland reach record high in World Rugby Men’s Rankings

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Switzerland have reached their highest ever position in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings.   A 32-22 win over Croatia in Markarska improved their rating to 55.32 points, which was enough for...

Spain equal lowest ever World Rugby Women’s Ranking

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

On another busy weekend of women’s international rugby, England, Wales and France made it two wins out of two with victories in the Women’s Six Nations.   England and France remain in...

Women's Six Nations Preview: England v Italy

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

England will look to make it two wins from two 2023 Women’s Six Nations games when they host Italy at cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens on Sunday.  The Red Roses stormed to a 74-0 win against...

Six Nations: Official 2023 Team of the Tournament

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

The votes have been rounded up and the coveted spots in the XV have now been revealed, with seven of the pack belonging to this year’s champions. A further three are part of a backline which also...

Dempsey renews contract with Glasgow Warriors

11 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

One of the top ball-carriers in the northern hemisphere will remain a Glasgow Warrior for the foreseeable future, after back-rower Jack Dempsey agreed to extend his stay with Franco Smith’s squad.   The...

Women’s Six Nations Fixtures Confirmed For 2024

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Women’s Six Nations fixtures have been confirmed. With anticipation for this year’s Championship building, Six Nations Rugby was committed to giving fans the best possible chance to look...

Georgia equal all-time high in World Rugby Men’s Rankings

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Georgia have closed to within 1.16 points of a historic place in the world’s top 10 after successfully defending their Rugby Europe Championship title with a 38-11 victory in Sunday’s final...

Scotland can count themselves lucky – Hogg

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Stuart Hogg conceded Scotland were fortunate to come away from their final Six Nations match with victory over bottom side Italy. Scotland claimed a bonus-point win at Murrayfield to all but secure third...

Hat-trick hero Kinghorn ensures hosts finish on a high

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Blair Kinghorn scored three tries as Scotland rounded off their Six Nations campaign with a 26-14 bonus-point win over Italy to all but seal third place in this year's championship. Gregor Townsend's...

The Breakdown – Ireland chase Grand Slam and Sexton wants record, but France lurk with intent

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland can make it a glorious farewell to the Six Nations for record-chasing captain Johnny Sexton as they chase a Grand Slam on Saturday, with England their visitors.   It will be Ireland's...