Last time they faced off: Rugby World Cup 2019: England 19-7 New Zealand
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyManu Tuilagi's early try set the tone as England shattered New Zealand's hopes of winning an unprecedented third consecutive Rugby World Cup and moved into the final with a famous 19-7 victory. England...
On This Day in 2015: McCaw and Carter bow out in World Cup Final
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyOn this day in 2015, All Blacks legends Riche McCaw Dan Carter played their final test match steering New Zealand to Rugby World Cup glory. McCaw captained the All Blacks in the final as he ended...
Crunch time for Foster's All Blacks as eager Boks lie in wait
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyIt’s all about to kick off at the Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit as, for the first time in four years, the All Blacks will do battle on South African soil against the Boks. The hype...
NZ Rugby CEO offers no guarantees over Foster's long-term future
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson has offered no guarantees over All Blacks head coach Ian Foster's long-term future, stating "he’s certainly the person to lead the team to South...
RANKED: Current Tier 1 coaches' win ratios
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAhead of the 2022 Rugby Championship, we look at the win ratios for the current tier 1 test head coaches. Argentina and South Africa secured Series victories in July, while...
Steve Hansen weights in on All Black coaching controversy
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer All Black boss Steve Hansen has weighed in on the saga which has gripped New Zealand rugby since the All Blacks’ series loss to Ireland close to a fortnight ago. In the wake...
New Zealand Rugby order snap review for under fire Foster
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyIan Foster's role as the head coach of the All Blacks is in doubt. Following the series loss to Ireland, New Zealand Rugby launched an urgent review after cancelling a planned press...
Eddie Jones' successor set to be appointed ahead of 2023 Rugby World Cup
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland head coach Eddie Jones has received backing from the RFU, but his successor may be in place ahead of next year's World Cup. Eddie Jones' successor as England head coach will be appointed...
Dream XV: The International stars of the new Japanese League
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe new Japanese club competition kicks off this weekend under the new name, the Japan Rugby League One. We take a look at the international stars that will light up the tournament in the top...
Shane Williams opens up about early days in the Welsh team
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA new three-part documentary entitled 'Slammed' and featuring Shane Williams has seen the legendary Welsh winger shed light on his early days with coach Steve Hansen. By his account, it was not an easy...
