Luke Whitelock recommits to Highlanders, New Zealand Rugby and Canterbury
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks and Highlanders loose forward Luke Whitelock has recommitted to the Highlanders, Canterbury and New Zealand Rugby to the end of 2019. Whitelock, who made his debut for the All Blacks...
Douglas set for Crusaders Return
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Crusaders have further strengthened their squad for the 2019 Super Rugby season with the return of a familiar face in popular loose forward Whetu Douglas signing a two-year deal with the club. Prior...
Wheeler-dealing can only go so far as Cheika faces Wallabies' limits
8 years ago by The GuardianWallabies coach Michael Cheika’s pursuit of Crusaders backrower Pete Samu only papers over Australia’s limited depth issueMichael Cheika’s keenness for Crusaders backrower Pete Samu to become a Wallaby...
How to watch the U20 World Championship that kicks off today
8 years ago by Rugby DumpThe World Rugby U20 Championship kicks off in France shortly and fans around the world will be able to watch the action via a number of international broadcasters and official online streams (subject...
Five uncapped players included in Wallabies squad to face Ireland
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyQantas Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has confirmed his squad for the blockbuster three-Test Mitsubishi Estate Ireland Series that kicks off at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday 9 June. The squad includes...
Pete Samu's selection for Wallabies blocked by New Zealand
8 years ago by The GuardianRequest for Samu’s release yet to come throughFive uncapped players picked for Ireland seriesWallabies coach Michael Cheika has been blocked from picking Pete Samu for the upcoming three-Test series...
Cornish Pirates sign Rory Parata
8 years ago by Cornish PiratesStrengthening their squad further for the 2018-19 season, Cornish Pirates can confirm that centre Rory Parata has signed a one-year contract with the club. Having previously played for Munster at...
Ma’a Nonu to leave Toulon & put his playing career on hold
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer All Blacks centre Ma’a Nonu has announced that he will not extend his contract with Toulon and has put his rugby union career on hold due to family reasons. “Toulon...
Nafi Tuitavake signs new deal at Saints
8 years ago by Northampton SaintsNorthampton Saints can today confirm that Tongan centre Nafi Tuitavake has signed a one-year contract extension to remain at Franklin’s Gardens. The New Zealand-born 29-year-old has featured regularly...
Players to watch at the World Rugby U20 Championship
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2018 World Rugby U20 Championship gets underway on Wednesday and we have shortlisted 8 players to keep a close eye on over the course of the tournament in France. England: Gabriel...
