Big Jonah's first taste of the test match arena
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe year 1994 was the beginning of a significant era in All Black rugby; that of Jonah Lomu. As he stood straight, hand over heart while the New Zealand national anthem played at Lancaster Park...
Highlanders sign Wallabies prop
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Highlanders have confirmed the signing of Wallabies tighthead prop Jermaine Ainsley who has inked a two-year deal with the side that will see the New Zealand born player turn out for...
Blues captain signs new major deal
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby and the Blues have secured the key signature of All Blacks lock and Blues captain Patrick Tuipulotu, who has re-signed through until the 2023 Rugby World Cup. The news...
Blues debutant Barrett savours 'celebration of rugby' at sold-out Eden Park
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTwo-time World Rugby player of the year Beauden Barrett had the last laugh at Eden Park after getting caught up in a Hurricanes celebration. Beauden Barrett revelled in a "celebration...
Super Rugby Stats Leaders Round 1: Most metres, tackles, carries and more
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRound One of Super Rugby Aotearoa kicked off, much to the delight of rugby fans around the world, in stunning style with some top class displays of rugby from the New Zealanders. The Highlanders managed...
Blues 30-20 Hurricanes: Hosts power to win at Eden Park
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Blues powered to a 30-20 win over the Hurricanes in Super Rugby Aotearoa at a sold-out Eden Park on Sunday. Even without All Blacks great Dan Carter, the Blues got off to a winning start as...
Super Rugby Aotearora: Top Five Players Of The Day
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Blues claimed their fifth win in a row as they brushed aside the Hurricanes 30-20 in their first game of Super Rugby Aotearoa. Heading into the match all eyes were on New Zealand international...
WATCH: Teenage Jonah Lomu dominating as a schoolboy in 1993
6 years ago by Rugby DumpRare footage has emerged of the late great Jona Lomu tearing it up as a schoolboy in New Zealand before he was famous.
WATCH: All Blacks hooker Coles finishes incredible try like Test match winger
6 years ago by rugbydump.comAll Blacks hooker Dane Coles scored an incredible try for the Hurricanes on Sunday in the opening round of Super Rugby Aotearoa.
Shoulder to shoulder, New Zealand rugby fans cheer the return of crowds to live sport
6 years ago by The GuardianIn the week Jacinda Ardern declared the country coronavirus-free, going to the game was the icing on the cake “This is what we’ve been waiting for! This is what we’ve been waiting for!” yells a...
