Stats review - what do the figures reveal about the two finalists?
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe semi-finals were two very different matches with New Zealand running away with their victory and South Africa snatching the result at the death but what did the matches reveal about the finalists? New...
Jean Kleyn: RWC final with South Africa ‘outside realm of thinking’ months ago
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 30-year-old Munster lock represented Ireland at the 2019 World Cup in Japan. Former Ireland international Jean Kleyn acknowledges being on the verge of becoming a world champion with his native South...
World Rugby investigating alleged racist abuse directed at England’s Tom Curry
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe alleged incident occurred in the second quarter of the Stade de France clash. World Rugby has opened an investigation into the alleged racist slur directed at England flanker Tom Curry by South...
5 things we learned from England’s progress through the Rugby World Cup
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThere was much to admire as the Springboks were out-Bokked by a wet-weather masterclass devised by Steve Borthwick. England will sign off an encouraging Rugby World Cup with Friday’s bronze final...
Jonny May backs ‘genius’ Steve Borthwick to crack the code of rugby with England
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland went out on their shields in Saturday’s World Cup semi-final defeat by South Africa, losing 16-15 to a late Handre Pollard penalty. Jonny May is backing Steve Borthwick to crack the code...
Boks ready for NZ challenge and haka in RWC final
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks are bracing themselves for an epic Rugby World Cup final against New Zealand at the Stade de France in Paris on Saturday evening and said they are ready for the encounter – and the...
Danny Care hoping England’s World Cup efforts have won over disillusioned fans
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySteve Borthwick’s men had came under fire before the tournament but were minutes away from reaching the World Cup final. Danny Care hopes a heartbreaking defeat by South Africa in Saturday’s...
United Rugby Championship Round 1 Wrap-up
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySmith’s pride over Scotland stars Glasgow Warriors coach Franco Smith says he is proud of the Scotland World Cup stars who helped secure a 43-25 victory over Leinster on the opening weekend of the...
Courtney Lawes to retire from England duty when Rugby World Cup ends
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTest centurion Courtney Lawes will retire from England duty following the Rugby World Cup. The 34-year-old’s bid to finish his international career on a high was cruelly ended by Saturday’s...
Rugby World Cup 2023 final is closest yet according to World Rugby Men’s Rankings
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa and New Zealand go into Saturday’s showpiece occasion in Saint-Denis as the leading teams in the world, separated by a mere 1.23 points. The final of Rugby World Cup 2023...
