Ireland and South Africa climb World Rugby Women’s Rankings
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyTwo teams improved their position in the World Rugby Women’s Rankings as a result of the three test matches played this weekend. Ireland’s 57-22 win over Japan in...
‘Baie dankie, sien later’: French youngster gives Afrikaans interview in viral video
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth African viewers were left smiling last week following one of the more entertaining post-match rugby interviews in some time, writes thesouthafrican. Johan ‘JG’ Wasserman,...
Gollings names Fijian 7s extended squad for LA 7s and the World Cup
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFijian 7s Head Coach Ben Gollings has named an exciting squad for the final leg of the World Rugby Sevens Series in the USA and for the World Cup in South Africa. Olympic Games gold medalist Iosefo...
Zach Mercer to join Gloucester?
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Bath star Zach Mercer could be turning out in the colours of Gloucester in the near future as reports indicate that he has struck a deal with the Cherry & Whites. Mercer currently...
Kurt Baker returns for 50th All Blacks Sevens tournament in Los Angeles
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe All Blacks Sevens stalwart Kurt Baker will run out in the black jersey for the 50th time in Los Angeles next weekend, named in the 13-strong team for the World Series tournament. Coach Clark...
FEATURE: Maqondwana eager to grow as Vodacom Bulls player
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyVodacom Bulls new recruit, Phumzile Maqondwana, is relishing his time at his new home, Loftus Versfeld, while undergoing a grueling pre-season in the build-up to a tough 2022/23 season. It has...
Springboks’ departure to Australia delayed
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks were forced to delay their departure to Australia for the away leg of the Castle Lager Rugby Championship to Friday at midday following the unforeseen cancellation of their flight to Sydney...
Am feels Boks are poised for victory in Australia
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok centre Lukhanyo Am is approaching his team’s brace of Tests against the Wallabies with optimism following their recent 12-point loss to the All Blacks in Johannesburg. The...
'He's devastated': O'Connor left out for Foley's Wallabies return
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJames O'Connor has paid the price for the Wallabies' horror show against Argentina, dumped from the Rugby Championship squad with Bernard Foley recalled after a three-year absence. The...
NZ Rugby CEO admits to making mistakes before backing Foster
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMark Robinson accepts New Zealand Rugby made mistakes with the way they handled uncertainty over All Blacks head coach Ian Foster's future. The NZ Rugby board on Wednesday gave Foster their "full...
