Saints defence coach to head up England u20s
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAlan Dickens has been appointed England men U20s head coach. Dickens joins the Rugby Football Union from Northampton Saints where he was most recently defence coach for the Premiership side. Dickens,...
Frans Steyn confirms that he will return to Bloemfontein
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTwo-time World Cup-winning Springbok back Frans Steyn has confirmed he will return to South Africa in January 2020. The 32-year-old Steyn has been plying his trade abroad since 2014, currently...
Beast also announces departure from the Sharks
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing his international retirement announcement on Wednesday, Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok legend, Tendai ‘Beast’ Mtawarira has also said goodbye to the Sharks. ‘I...
Federer sends video message to victorious Kolisi and Springboks
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRoger Federer has saluted the "amazing" South Africa team and captain Siya Kolisi following their Rugby World Cup final win over England. The Springboks thrashed favourites England 32-12...
Rugby World Cup 2019: All change in coaching merry-go-round
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAs South Africa celebrate a record-equalling third Rugby World Cup triumph, the newly-crowned champions are among a host of top international sides heading into a new era. Rassie...
Clinical Springboks, happy hosts, Irish de ja vu – the top Opta facts
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa were crowned champions at the end of an enthralling Rugby World Cup on Saturday. The tournament in Japan proved a huge success, with packed-out venues and fervent support from a nation...
How Social Media Reacted to the Springboks Victory
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHe might have played internationally for England, but Kevin Pietersen was among those to laud South Africa's Rugby World Cup final victory. South Africa's third Rugby World...
Erasmus 'so proud' after South Africa stun England
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA proud Rassie Erasmus felt South Africa's team cohesion was a vital factor in their Rugby World Cup triumph. South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus spoke of his pride after...
Kolisi says RWC win shows South Africa can 'achieve anything if we work together'
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter leading South Africa to victory in the Rugby World Cup final, Siya Kolisi highlighted the impact the win could have on his nation. Siya Kolisi believes South Africa's Rugby...
England the latest favourites to suffer final shock
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland's shock loss in the Rugby World Cup final was not the first occasion when a showpiece went dramatically against expectations. England went into the Rugby World Cup final...
