Kobus van Wyk Keen To Extend Hurricanes Contract
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth African-born Kobus van Wyk is in high spirits ahead of Super Rugby Aotearoa. The pacey winger, who has previously represented the Stormers and Sharks has said that he has enjoyed his time at the...
Should South Africa join the Six Nations?
6 years ago by Rugby WorldRumours have swirled that the Springboks might join the Six Nations. But would such a move be cause for celebration or dismay? Read this debate from our May 2020 issue Champions: South Africa's quality...
Much Activity At Lions As New Signings Come To Light
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt has been announced that Lions centre Wandisile Simelani will stay at the Johannesburg-based union for another two years. The youngster was linked with a move to Western Province other...
The Stars From The U20s Class Of 2009
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn 2009, Japan hosted the u20 Junior World Championship with 43 players who were involved in that 2009 tournament returning to Japan a decade later to play in the senior men's World Cup. We...
Who should be the next captain of the British and Irish Lions? The Rugby Pod share their insight
6 years ago by Rugby DumpWith the British and Irish Lions set to tour South Africa again next year, speculation about who will make the tour has already started. Here, Jim and Andy from The Rugby Pod discuss who should captain...
World Rugby not interested in 2021 'Coronavirus Cup of World Rugby'
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has ruled out the possibility of holding an international invitational tournament in the United Kingdom and Ireland in 2021 to provide relief following the coronavirus pandemic. Former Rugby...
"Coronavirus Cup" To Snuff 2021 Lions Tour?
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrancis Baron, former Chief Executive of the RFU, has put together a proposal for what is currently termed the “COronavirus Cup” – a 16 international team competition planned for June/July...
Jake White adds Breakdown Specialist to new coaching setup
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBulls Director of Rugby, Jake White, has confirmed his much anticipated senior coaching group, after what may best be described as an overhaul of the BLOU MASJIEN (Blue Machine) since his induction into...
Proposed Million Dollar World Tournament Could Postpone Lions Tour
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe RFU has been urged to back a radical plan to host a Rugby World Cup-style tournament in the United Kingdom and Ireland in 2021 which could raise up to £250 million to ease the financial...
The Day The Joker Cut His Teeth - Joe Marler's Test Debut
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHaving captained England U18 and represented the country’s U20 side as well, Joe Marler looked set toone day take the field for the senior side. That eventuality finally transpired in June...
