South African teams break new ground in Europe
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFive South African franchises will enter new rugby territory on Saturday when the take the field in the opening round of the Heineken Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup competitions in a watershed moment...
Ireland hold on to defeat valiant, wounded Wallabies
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt took 65 minutes for the first try of the game as defence dominated the contest, with Bundee Aki putting the world number one Irish in front. Jordan Petaia answered back for the Wallabies, setting...
Wayne Barnes to set new Test record this November
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland’s Wayne Barnes is set to make history when he takes charge of his 100th and 101st tests during the November international window. Barnes, who made his debut in Fiji in June 2006,...
Nuit du Rugby Nominees for 2021/22 season
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrench rugby will meet on Monday September 26, 2022 at the Olympia for its gala evening for the 18th of 'Rugby Night'. Nuit du Rugby will celebrate the best players...
World Rugby Match Officials announced for The Rugby Championship 2022
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has announced the match officials that will take charge of the 2022 Rugby Championship, which runs from 6 August to 24 September. Following a busy schedule of men’s test matches...
EPCR Round of 16 referee appointments
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the knockout stages of European club rugby set to further intensify this weekend, EPCR can announce the referee appointments for the Heineken Champions Cup Round of 16 2nd leg fixtures as well as...
World Rugby confirms Six Nations 2022 officials
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has announced the match officials for the Guinness Six Nations 2022, which kicks off on 5 February. While the global COVID-19 pandemic continues to challenge logistics, it has been...