Hamish Watson responds to claims that he is too small
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland flanker Hamish Watson has responded to on-going claims that he is too small to compete with the South African forwards. Watson was recently named in Warren Gatland’s 37-man...
Ospreys sign Highlanders utility back
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Ospreys have confirmed the signing of utility back Michael Collins on a two-year deal. Collins, 27, played Super Rugby for the New Zealand franchises - the Blues and the Highlanders –...
Springboks to resume international action against Georgia
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks will make their much-anticipated return to international action in July when the world champions host Georgia in a historic two-match series, which is part of a bumper World Rugby midyear...
World Rugby and unions confirm men’s July test schedule
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA strong revised programme of men’s test matches is set to take place in July after all unions and World Rugby agreed to a revised schedule within the existing window. Twenty-five of the...
Ellis Genge warns Lions of Jasper Wiese
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeicester Tigers and England loosehead prop Ellis Genge has issued a friendly warning to the recently-named British & Irish Lions squad (for which he missed out on selection) to be wary of the abilities...
AWJ will fight for his place in the Lions' test team
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNewly-appointed Lions captain, Alun Wyn Jones, has made it clear that the leadership responsibility does not automatically guarantee him a spot in the test side – something he is willing...
Ali Price relishing chance to partner Russell in Lions jersey
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland scrumhalf and soon-to-be British & Irish Lion, Ali Price, is relishing the opportunity to play alongside fellow Scotsman, Finn Russell, in the red jersey as the Lions launch their campaign...
Lions to play five games at altitude as revised schedule is revealed
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe British and Irish Lions will face five of their eight touring games at altitude according to the revised schedule revealed by Supersport, the home broadcaster for the British and Irish Lions. Supersport...
Bryan Habana and the European Player of the Year - Good Bad Rugby Podcast #40
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn a special bonus edition, Alex Payne and Ben Kayser are joined by the Springbok legend Bryan Habana to reveal the nominees for European Player of the Year. Together they drill down into the shortlist,...
Brian O’Driscoll picks his British and Irish Lions starting XV
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBrian O’Driscoll has picked a British and Irish Lions XV following the confirmation of the 37-man squad to tour South Africa on Thursday. O’Driscoll selected his starting team for Off...
