Harlequins: Marcus Smith returns to the starting XV
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA host of senior players return to fitness as Harlequins’ Men’s coaches have `bolstered the matchday 23 to face Racing 92 this weekend with five players returning to the matchday squad. Amongst...
Match Preview: Gloucester seek response against unbeaten Leinster
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGloucester Rugby will be looking to bounce back from their thrashing by Leinster Rugby when they host the unbeaten Irish province in Round 3 of the Heineken Champions Cup on Saturday. Gloucester...
Townsend to join France?
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAccording to Midi Olympique, reports indicate that Scotland boss Gregor Townsend has put forward his name to join the Les Bleus coaching staff following the 2023 RWC. Townsend has been in...
Kolisi to join Racing 92 following 2023 World Cup
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Sharks can confirm that Siya Kolisi has been granted an early release from his contract, to join French club Racing 92 after the 2023 Rugby World Cup. The Springbok captain joined the Cell C...
James Tracy forced to retire from rugby
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster Rugby hooker James Tracy has this morning announced he has been forced to retire from professional rugby on medical grounds due to a neck injury he suffered in April 2022. Despite his...
Tabai Matson: We’re back in the hunt
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHarlequins head coach Tabai Matson believes his side are back in contention for qualification for the Heineken Champions Cup knockout stage, after almost squandering the chance to record their first...
Bath confirm signing of Finn Russell
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBath Rugby have confirmed that Finn Russell will join their ranks at the conclusion of the current season. Russell has been plying his trade with Racing 92 since 2018 but recent contractual discussions...
Finn Russell and Racing 92 to part ways
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Racing 92 flyhalf’s contract expires at the end of the 2022-2023 season. Discussions based on a mutual desire for an extension were therefore initiated, but no financial agreement could...
