Australian Hooker Shown a Red Card on his Crusaders debut
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe defending champion Crusaders moved to the top of the New Zealand Conference with a 49-14 away win over the Sunwolves in round 7 of Super Rugby. The Crusaders opened the scoring with a try...
Australia v New Zealand ODI series called off as more sports face cancellation
6 years ago by The GuardianThree-match ODI series abandoned after one gameNRL, Super Rugby and A-League seasons also in doubt after New Zealand’s new coronavirus measures.The NRL, Super Rugby and A-League seasons are on the verge...
Barrett sees Hurricanes home in New Zealand derby thriller
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes claimed an epic victory over Chiefs in Super Rugby, with the decisive kick from Jordie Barrett coming long after the hooter. Jordie Barrett held his nerve to give the Hurricanes...
Louw to retire, Marler suspended, Coronavirus impacts fixtures Worldwide, AWJ to equal McCaw's record, Six Nations Analysis and more news
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll the latest news as the Coronavirus continues to impact fixtures around the world, Francois Louw announces his retirement, Joe Marler's suspension and more of the top headlines over the past day. The Coronavirus...
Pivac hails 'ultimate professional' Jones ahead of record-equalling appearance
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAlun Wyn Jones will equal Richie McCaw's world record of 148 Tests on Saturday, and Wales coach Wayne Pivac has paid tribute to his skipper. Wales head coach Wayne Pivac hailed captain...
RFU on Eddie's ref comments, PRO14 suspended, Sam Lousi banned for 5 weeks & more
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRFU issue statement criticising Eddie Jones' ref comments The RFU have released a statement following Eddie Jones’ comments regarding the referee in the Six Nations match against...
RFU issue statement criticising Eddie Jones' ref comments
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe RFU have released a statement following Eddie Jones’ comments regarding the referee in the Six Nations match against Wales last weekend. After England's 33-30...
Super Rugby Round 7 - Games To Look Forward To
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRound 7 of Super Rugby has some mouth-watering prospects in store, most notably the two derbies in New Zealand and South Africa. The Chiefs and Hurricanes will do battle in Hamilton tomorrow, the former’s...
Alun Wyn Jones to equal world record for Wales against Scotland
6 years ago by The GuardianWales captain will equal Richie McCaw’s 148-cap tallyRhys Webb replaces Tomos Williams to start at scrum-halfAlun Wyn Jones will equal Richie McCaw’s record of 148 international caps when he leads...
Super Rugby Round 7 Review:
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThis weekend the competition sees it’s second double header come into play, but Friday we kickoff with a New Zealand derby as the Chiefs host the Hurricanes at the FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton. On...
