The Bizarre Story of How Victor Matfield Was Finally Coaxed into Joining Toulon
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbySeveral months before the 2007 World Cup in France, Tana Umaga had successfully convinced Wallaby stalwart George Gregan to take up with Toulon. As excited as he was at the new prospect, in Gregan’s...
Newcastle Falcons sign Italian lock Marco Fuser
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyItalian lock Marco Fuser has signed a two-year deal with Newcastle Falcons. Capped 33 times by Italy, the 29-year-old joins from Pro 14 side Benetton Treviso. Fuser...
Three Enormous Frans Steyn Drop Goals
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn a career enjoying its fourteenth year, Farncois Steyn has pulled on the jerseys of the Sharks, Racing Metro, Toshiba Brave Lupus, Montpellier and, of course the Springboks, with whom he hoisted the...
Welsh Legend Jamie Roberts Signs With Dragons
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDragons are upbeat about their new development which sees Welsh legend Jamie Roberts returning to the club after a stint with the Stormers in South Africa. Roberts is a veteran of 94 tests for...
Ibitoye departs Harlequins with Agen paying a 'satisfactory compensation fee'
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHarlequins have confirmed a deal has today (Monday, August 3) been finalised that will see Gabriel Ibitoye leave the Club with immediate effect to join French Top14 club, Agen. Agen...
Hamilton picks some wildcards for starting Lions XV to face Springboks in 2021
6 years ago by Rugby DumpScottish legend Jim Hamilton has named his starting British & Irish Lions XV to face the Springboks on the tour set to take place next summer.
Super Rugby Aotearoa: The Top Five Players Of The Day
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Crusaders bounced back from their loss to the Hurricanes last weekend, running in 5 tries to beat the Chiefs 32-19. The victory have won seven of their last nine Super Rugby games against the...
Biggest moves and transfer rumours of the week
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWe recap some of the top stories, rumours and confirmed transfers of the week. Vern Cotter brings in reinforcements Vern Cotter has started to piece his backroom staff at Fiji together...
Quartet sign for Honda Heat
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHonda Heat have confirmed the signing of four players, with three South Africans joining the club as well as a New Zealander. The Top League side have found a replacement for RG Snyman,...
Rising Star Du’Plessis Kirifi’s Re-Signs With The Hurricanes
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Hurricanes have announced that the contract extension of emerging talent, Du’Plessis Kirifi, until 2023. The 23-year-old flanker has nearly been with the club for two full seasons,...
