'They won't go away' – Robertson credits France after close call for All Blacks
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyScott Robertson was determined to credit the mentality of an inexperienced France team after they pushed New Zealand close in the first Test in Dunedin. The All Blacks were pushed to their limits in a...
All Blacks v France Preview | Robertson rolls the dice
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyBlending the introduction of new players with the need to find early cohesion in their first Test of the year is the challenge for the All Blacks as they enter their first Lipovitan-D Test against France...
Ardie Savea speaks ahead of France fixture
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks loose forward Ardie Savea is expecting France to be a typically competitive unit in Saturday's opening Lipovitan-D series Test in Dunedin. Savea said while France had left some players at...
All Blacks squad named to face France
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks selectors Scott Robertson, Scott Hansen and Jason Ryan have named five new caps in their 33-strong squad for the 2025 Lipovitan-D July Series against France.The squad is as follows: (age, Super...
Bryn Evans joins All Blacks coaching team
5 months ago by Ultimate RugbyHurricanes Coach and former All Blacks lock Bryn Evans is joining Scott Robertson’s All Blacks coaching team. Evans, the former Hawke’s Bay, Blues and Hurricanes lock, featured in two tests...
Noah Hotham commits to Crusaders until 2027
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Crusaders are excited to announce that Noah Hotham has extended his contract with the team until 2027. The 21-year-old halfback has been a crucial part of the Crusaders' lineup. Hotham,...
Ireland v All Blacks | The Rematch
9 months ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby (NZR) has announced the All Blacks will take on Ireland at Chicago’s Soldier Field this November in what is being dubbed the ‘Rematch’ - the highly anticipated clash...
Wallace Sititi potentially out for Super Rugby Pacific season
10 months ago by Jamie WallThe All Blacks' biggest success story of last season is set to potentially miss the entire Super Rugby Pacific campaign. It was confirmed today by the Chiefs that Wallace Sititi will require surgery for...
Wallabies duo, former NRL aim to leave a mark in Japan
11 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe start of a new Japanese rugby season will provide the Wallabies' hierarchy with more than passing interest as the countdown to the British & Irish Lions tour begins. Marika Koroibete, who was...
All Blacks and Black Ferns confirm home fixtures for 2025
11 months ago by Ultimate RugbyA Black Ferns-All Blacks double-header at Sky Stadium in Wellington will be the centre point of an action-packed 2025 domestic Test season featuring nine matches across New Zealand.The Black Ferns Rugby...
