Coaches Reveal Key To URC Success In Europe
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySo, what’s the secret behind the success of the United Rugby Championship sides in Europe this season? Well, there seems to be a growing consensus that the addition of the South African sides to...
Jones backed for instant impact on long-anticipated Wallabies return
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEddie Jones will make an immediate impact on his return to Australia, for which "there was always writing on the wall", according to former England captain Chris Robshaw. Jones was dismissed by...
Bulls name squad to travel to France for Lyon clash
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Vodacom Bulls have named a 31-men European touring squad that will do battle in the 2022/23 Heineken Champions Cup against Lyon and the 2022/23 Vodacom United Rugby Championship versus Scarlets. The...
Ali Hepher: Bonus points so important
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyExeter Chiefs head coach Ali Hepher has underlined the importance of bonus points in the Heineken Champions Cup, after the one the Chiefs gained in their 39-28 Heineken Champions Cup loss to the Vodacom...
Six Nations Countdown: Four players who debuted at the age of 18
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAs the countdown to the kick off of the 2023 Six Nations continues, we find ourselves just 18 days out from the action. Today we take a look at four players who made their championship debuts at the tender...
Blitzboks have to adapt quickly in New Zealand
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springbok Sevens will not only have to cope with the time difference and massive home support but also blending in a raft of new players at HSBC New Zealand Sevens in Hamilton this weekend. These...
Malherbe extends Stormers legacy
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyExperienced tighthead prop Frans Malherbe has signed a three-year contract extension to continue his considerable legacy as a DHL Stormer. The World Cup winner has only ever played for...
Pool stage ramps up with knockout stage spots secured
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySeven teams bagged their places in the EPCR Challenge Cup knockout stage amid an enthralling Round 3 last weekend. Cardiff Rugby, RC Toulon, Connacht Rugby, Bristol Bears, Glasgow Warriors,...
‘Still a lot to play for’ after Sharks book Round of 16 spot
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySharks director of rugby Neil Powell has urged his side to push for another victory in Round 4 of the Heineken Champions Cup after they became the first South African side to secure a knockout stage...
Champions Cup Round of 16 places secured as pool stage heats up
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRound 3 of the Heineken Champions Cup produced some exhilarating encounters last weekend as eight teams secured their places in the knockout stage with a game to spare. Leinster Rugby, Cell...
