George North and Nick Tompkins not rocked by shock omission – Warren Gatland

3 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales boss Warren Gatland has sprung a major selection surprise by omitting established centres George North and Nick Tompkins from his line-up for Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations clash with France. But...

Bigi called up to replace injured Manfredi for Scotland clash

3 weeks ago by Ultimate Rugby

Marco Manfredi will not be available for Italy's match against Scotland after Zebre Parma hooker underwent instrumental tests on the morning of Monday 4 March which highlighted a muscular distraction...

Ireland vs Wales: Media reaction

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

“Men against boys” was the verdict of one UK-based writer after Ireland’s 31-7 victory over Wales on Saturday afternoon. Andy Farrell’s side were admittedly not firing on all cylinders...

England’s Joe Marler fired up by sight of Scottish Calcutta Cup celebrations

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Joe Marler is desperate to help England wrestle back the Calcutta Cup on Saturday after growing exasperated with Scotland’s recent dominance of the fixture. The 33-year-old prop grew up in an era...

5 talking points as Scotland and England renew hostilities in Six Nations

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Scotland and England renew hostilities when they meet in rugby’s oldest international fixture at Murrayfield on Saturday. For both sides it is win or bust in a critical Guinness Six Nations round-three...

Talking points as Ireland look to continue Grand Slam hunt against winless Wales

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland face their next challenge on Saturday in the quest for historic back-to-back Six Nations Grand Slams. Andy Farrell’s team tackle Wales in Dublin, having taken pole position following bonus-point...

Scotland vs England Prediction and Preview

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

We look ahead to Saturday’s 2024 Guinness Men’s Six Nations match in Edinburgh with our Scotland vs England prediction and preview. Moving on after your heart has been...

World Rugby Men's Rankings preview: 24-25 February, 2024

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

World Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the third round of the Guinness Men's Six Nations this weekend. Permutation highlights: Ireland and France – the two highest ranked teams...

Danny Care: Cookies and saunas the secret behind England longevity

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

The scrum-half is set to make his 99th international appearance in Saturday’s Calcutta Cup clash with Scotland. Danny Care has revealed the unconventional secret behind his career longevity as he...

Gareth Thomas feels a fast start will be key for Wales victory against Ireland

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Gareth Thomas believes a fast start is vital for Wales in their quest to claim an odds-defying victory over Guinness Six Nations title favourites Ireland on Saturday. Wales have been largely written off,...